Director of Engineering

Hiring Range $118, $158,288.00
Starting Salary May Be Adjusted Depending On Experience.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering or a related field
• Fifteen (15) years or more of progressively responsible engineering and program management experience, including leadership of multidisciplinary teams delivering large infrastructure, utility, or industrial programs exceeding $100 million
• Experience with federal- and state-funded infrastructure programs, regulatory compliance (MS4, ADEM, FHWA), and public-sector capital delivery
• Current Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Alabama
• Possession of a valid State of Alabama Driver's License and have the ability to obtain/maintain a City of Hoover Driver's Permit

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master's in Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field
• Certifications PMP, Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM), or IMSA/ITE Traffic credentials.
• Expertise in wastewater condition assessment, stormwater resilience, and EPC/project delivery under public-private models.
• Demonstrated success managing multidisciplinary teams in engineering, construction, and operations environments.
• Familiarity with GIS-based asset management, hydraulic modeling, and smart infrastructure technologies.
• Lead, plan, and oversee the City's Engineering & Infrastructure Department, including engineering, transportation, stormwater, facilities, and wastewater management divisions;
• Direct the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and ensure that projects are scoped, budgeted, and executed according to best practices for safety, quality, and sustainability;
• Oversee design, permitting, and construction management for roads, bridges, wastewater systems, stormwater facilities, and public works infrastructure;
• Manage compliance with ADEM, MS4, Clean Water Act, and NPDES requirements, including regulatory reporting, inspections, and corrective action plans;
• Lead coordination with ALDOT, MPOs, Jefferson and Shelby Counties, and other regional partners on transportation, water, and wastewater projects;
• Negotiate and manage contracts with consulting engineers, contractors, and construction management firms; oversee design-build and EPC delivery where applicable;
• Provide strategic technical advice to City leadership on capital investment priorities, infrastructure financing, and system resilience;
• Mentor and develop a high-performing technical staff, instilling a culture of accountability, professional excellence, and safety;
• Oversee development review, ensuring private infrastructure meets City standards and integrates with public systems;
• Serve as the City's technical representative in infrastructure-related public engagement, MPO coordination, and regional planning efforts;
• Prepare and manage department operating and capital budgets, leveraging state and federal grants where possible;
• Performs other duties as directed.

Summary
The position serves as the City's chief engineer and strategic infrastructure executive, responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining the City of Hoover's critical infrastructure systems - including transportation, stormwater, wastewater, facilities, and capital improvement projects.

This position provides visionary leadership across all public works engineering disciplines, integrating compliance with ADEM, FHWA/ALDOT, and MS4 regulatory standards while advancing the City's long-term growth and resilience goals.

This position will apply high-level program management and technical expertise to deliver complex, multi-sector infrastructure programs, ensuring that Hoover's systems are safe, efficient, and growth-ready.