Sandy Springs, GA, Assistant City Manager for Infrastructure and Facilities

City Overview

The City of Sandy Springs is the sixth‑largest city in Georgia with a diverse population of nearly 110,000. Despite the big‑city numbers and strong corporate presence, the City has a friendly, small‑town community feel with a strong sense of public safety. Niche included Sandy Springs on its list of the “Best Cities to Raise a Family in America,” and Wallet Hub ranked the City as the most diverse city in Georgia and one of the “Most Diverse Cities in the U.S.”

Incorporated in 5, the City is a modern, forward‑thinking, and innovative municipality that served as the model for the incorporation of new cities in Georgia and beyond. Formally a suburb of Atlanta, Sandy Springs is the second largest city in the metropolitan area, and its diverse and vibrant community is undergoing an exciting process of urbanization.

The City is currently seeking qualified candidates for the Assistant City Manager for Infrastructure and Facilities position. The position reports to the City Manager and oversees Public Works (CIP, TSPLOST, and ROW and Land Management project delivery), Facilities, and Capital Construction (including Fleet), as well as other departments, as assigned. The successful candidate will be expected to provide strong leadership to the completion of currently funded projects exceeding $310 million, including transportation CIP and TSPLOST programs and facilities projects.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, City Planning, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. A Master’s Degree from a well‑established, educationally recognized university or college is highly desired. Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in directing a large department, overseeing multiple departments, or managing City‑wide projects (especially large capital projects), programs, and initiatives, to include lead or supervisory experience, is required;

or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. Project Management Professional Certifications (PMP), Professional Engineer (PE) license, and/or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) designation is a plus.

The expected starting salary range is $170,000 - $185,000 (depending on qualifications of the selected candidate). The City provides a very generous, comprehensive benefits package: retirement contributions equivalent to 22% of salary (includes employee’s 5% match); desirable health, dental, and vision insurance offerings;
City‑provided short‑term and long‑term disability; and City‑provided life insurance. Relocation expense reimbursement is negotiable.

To be considered, visit  to view a detailed brochure and to apply. The first review of applications will take place on February 23, 2026; the position will remain open until filled. Questions regarding this recruitment should be directed to S. Renée Narloch, President, or Elliott Pervinich, Vice President, S. Renée Narloch & Associates, , or .

The City of Sandy Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications and resumes may be subject to public disclosure.