City Engineer IV, Public Works

Bowman has an opportunity for a City Engineer IV, Public Works to join our team in Brea, CA.  

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Provide advanced engineering design, project management, and technical oversight for municipal and public works infrastructure projects. Serves as a senior technical resource responsible for delivering complex city and public agency projects, supporting client relationships, and guiding project teams. This role leverages direct experience working with municipalities to navigate public processes, standards, and stakeholder coordination while contributing to the successful delivery and growth of services within the company.

Leadership and Direction

• Receive broad guidance from senior leadership relating to overall objectives, critical issues, and new initiatives, and operate with a high level of autonomy on complex assignments.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and technical staff, reviewing work for quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Support team development by sharing knowledge related to municipal engineering practices, permitting processes, and public agency coordination.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Support business development efforts by maintaining strong relationships with city staff, public works departments, and municipal clients.
• Assist with proposals, scopes of work, and project planning for public sector opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal departments and multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery and client needs.
• Contribute to operational improvements and technical best practices within municipal engineering services.

Do the Work

• Manage and perform engineering design and project management for municipal infrastructure projects including roadway improvements, drainage systems, utilities, capital improvement programs (CIP), and other public works initiatives.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, reports, cost estimates, and technical documentation.
• Navigate municipal review and approval processes including permitting, public meetings, agency coordination, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with city officials, public agencies, utility providers, and stakeholders throughout project planning and design phases.
• Review job cost reports, monitor project budgets and schedules, and support billing processes.
• Conduct project meetings, presentations, and coordination efforts with municipal clients and stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges related to design standards, site constraints, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide quality assurance and technical review of plans and calculations prepared by project staff.
• Support construction administration activities including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and conducting site visits as needed.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.
• High level of motivation and a problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work / attention to detail at all levels.
• Outstanding client management skills.
• Aspiration to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Ability to work effectively with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Focus on improving return on investment.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Ability to understanding and accurately interpret financial reports and metrics.
• Ability to be a self-starter with strong marketing/business development skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Eight or more (8+) years of progressive civil engineering experience, including direct experience working with cities, municipalities, or public works agencies.
• Strong knowledge of municipal standards, codes, permitting processes, and public infrastructure design.
• Experience supporting or managing city-funded or publicly bid projects preferred.
• Experience with roadway, stormwater, water, wastewater, or public infrastructure design.
• Experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering design software preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies and participating in public meetings preferred.

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Partially outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $130,000 - $150,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email 

recruiting@bowman.com