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- Manhattan Beach, California
- MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
- Full Time
- Engineering
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- Manhattan Beach, California
- MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Public Works
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- Manhattan Beach, California
- MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
- Full Time
- Public Safety
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- Manhattan Beach, California
- MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
- Full Time
- Public Safety
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- Manhattan Beach, California
- MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
- Full Time
- Community and Economic Development
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- Manhattan Beach, California
- MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
- Full Time
- Public Safety
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City Engineer
Manhattan Beach, California United States MANHATTAN BEACH, CA Full Time $178,272.00 - $233,904.00 Annually Sep 12, 2025
Employer:
MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
Welcome to Manhattan Beach; a classic, casual California beach town with easy access to LAX. We are a residential community of just over 35,000 residents with an award-winning school district, unique shops and restaurants, worldwide corporate headquarters, and signature community traditions that are open to all. Did I mention that the Beach Boys loved it here? In the 1962 hit song, “Surfin USA,” the Beach Boys said if everybody had an ocean, then everybody would be surfing “all over Manhattan!” That’s not far from the truth! Upon visiting, the Manhattan Beach Pier and Roundhouse Aquarium is a natural starting point for discovering our town. It’s at the heart of our charming downtown shopping and dining district. You can play beach volleyball, shop at an independent bookstore and have a Jonathan Gold ranked meal all within a block radius. If you’re lucky enough to visit on a Tuesday, visit the Farmer’s Market from 12-4. And, as home to beach volleyball, each August we host the Manhattan Beach Open, the oldest, most prestigious professional volleyball tournament next to the south side of the Pier. Our residents cherish our hometown traditions. We held the first ever Pinewood Derby in 1953. Every fall is our Old Hometown Fair, October has the World Famous Pumpkin Race (really!) and the highlight of December is the Holiday Fireworks show on the second Sunday in December. Boasting seven public parks, including a botanical garden, the city provides a multitude of sports activities for its residents, including surfing and beach volleyball. Polliwog Park features a play structure accessible to all, a man-made lake, the setting for Sunday afternoon concerts during the summer months and the site of the Manhattan Beach Historical Society. Manhattan Beach is also known for its award-winning school district. With the support of the community, the school district has attained national recognition and over 93% of graduates enter institutions of higher learning after high school. Every year, the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation raises money to improve Manhattan Beach public schools and annually hosts the largest charity wine auction in Southern California, the Manhattan Wine Auction. We aren’t just about outdoor activities. In 2015, we opened a brand new branch of the Los Angeles County library, a two-story building in downtown Manhattan with ocean views. As you can see, we value the healthy beach lifestyle. That’s why we are committed to preserving our environment. We were one of the first cities to ban plastic bags and have been a smoke-free town since 2014. As of February 2020, in order to reduce nicotine addiction and protect public health, we’ve also prohibited the sale of all tobacco products (including vape products) in the City. We value inclusion for all, education, and community involvement. Come visit us in Manhattan Beach. We guarantee you will fall in love.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The City of Manhattan Beach is seeking a customer-focused, collaborative, and strategic leader to serve as its next City Engineer . This pivotal role offers an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to shape the future of the City’s infrastructure, lead impactful capital improvement projects, and guide a talented engineering team in a dynamic and engaged coastal community. The ideal candidate will strike a balance between strong operational oversight and long-term strategic planning, ensuring the City’s vital assets are effectively managed and enhanced in support of the community’s high quality of life.
Under administrative direction, the City Engineer provides comprehensive leadership and direction to the Engineering Division. Responsibilities include planning, managing, and coordinating a full range of engineering services, including the preparation and execution of the $188,686,564 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for streets, water systems, sewer systems, storm drains, and other municipal assets. The role also oversees public works inspection projects, manages engineering permit services, and coordinates the review and approval of engineering plans.
As a leader, the City Engineer is responsible for selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating professional and technical staff, while fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. This position manages the division’s operating budget, provides recommendations regarding staffing, equipment, and capital projects, and closely monitors expenditures for compliance. Other key functions include managing traffic signal design and maintenance, leading infrastructure condition assessments across all major systems, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards through proactive coordination with regional agencies and City departments. Reporting to the Director of Public Works (Director), the City Engineer serves as a trusted technical advisor, presenting staff reports and recommendations to the Director and other designated bodies. The City Engineer is also responsible for reviewing and approving private development plans, maps, and engineering design changes, ensuring that appropriate conditions are placed to mitigate impacts on public infrastructure. Success in this role requires the ability to clearly communicate complex development regulations—exercising flexibility where appropriate, while firmly upholding mandatory requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
For information regarding the essential duties, please click here .
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university. Eight years of progressively responsible professional and project management experience involving civil engineering work and the design, administration, and inspection of public works construction projects and rights-of-ways, and the plan review of private development projects is also required. Previous experience with, and knowledge of, the government RFP process, including bidding and contract negotiations, is required.
The ability to obtain a valid California driver’s license and the possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil Engineers.
Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree and three years of supervisory experience in the public sector.
For information regarding the minimum qualifications, please click here .
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis at jobs.create.com . Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. The position will be open until filled with a first review of applications beginning October 20, 2025 .
For inquiries, please contact Serena Wright-Black at swrightblack@raftelis.com and Niayla Hairston at nhairston@raftelis.com .
The City of Manhattan Beach offers a generous benefits package to full-time and eligible employees including PERS medical plans, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and many more.
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To see detailed information about Mid-Management Employees Association (MBMEA) bargaining unit benefits, please visit our benefit page on City's official website.
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Part-time employees are enrolled in PARS (Public Alternate Retirement System). All part-time and seasonal employees contribute 7.5% each pay period on a pre-tax basis. If an employee reaches 1,000 hours within a fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) or is already a CalPERS member, then they are enrolled in CalPERS (Public Employees Retirement System).
The City complies with California Labor Code 245-249 by providing paid sick leave for part-time hourly employees accordingly.
The City of Manhattan Beach does not provide medical/dental/vision benefits to part-time employees. Eligible employees enrolled in CalPERS may opt into a CalPERS medical plan.
Closing Date/Time: ContinuousPlease mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.
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