City Engineer IV, Public Works

Short Description 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. Purpose 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. Responsibilities 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. Success Metrics and Competencies 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