Heath Director of Engineering

DC Municipal Consulting • Full-time • Heath, Texas, United States • $145.22k - $196.47k / year • 1m ago

Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Director of Engineering is responsible for a comprehensive range of engineering tasks pertaining to public works and utilities. This encompasses the full project lifecycle, from needs assessment and design review to budget management, construction oversight, cost estimation, and the acquisition of necessary easements and rights-of-way. The role also includes leading the build-out, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the City’s Geographic Information System (GIS), ensuring accurate, accessible, and up-to-date spatial data to support infrastructure planning and operational decision-making.

The Director will be expected to exercise independent technical judgment and cultivate strong working relationships with department heads, consultants, other engineering professionals, various agencies, and the general public. The Director of Engineering will manage a small team and collaborate with other department directors on public infrastructure initiatives and significant capital planning projects.

KEY GOALS FOR THE POSITION:

Capital Improvement Program (CIP)Enhancement: Expand the CIP program to include comprehensive project estimates, detailed operating and maintenance expenses, and clear justifications for each project.

Infrastructure Condition Analysis and Action Plan: Conduct a thorough condition analysis of the City's infrastructure (bridges, roadways, water, and sewer lines). Develop an action plan to ensure all infrastructure meets safety and quality standards set by the State of Texas.

Geographical Information System Expansion: Collaborate with City departments to ensure the precise locations of City infrastructure assets are accurately recorded within the City's GIS system.

The City of Heath offers a competitive salary range of $145,215 - $196,467 depending on qualifications and experience, participation in TMRS (7% employee contribution, 2:1 municipal match), and an optional 457 plan.

For details and to apply, visit www.dcmunicipalconsulting.com or contact Molly Deckert, DCMC Partner, at 816-804-2818.

Apply by January 30, 2026 for first review of applications.

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