Under general direction of the Public Works Director, assists in planning, organizing, directing, and supervising the activities of the Public Works Department including the Capital Improvement Program (CIP); provides professional assistance to the Public Works Director and other City departments in areas of expertise on the administration, engineering, inspection, operations, and maintenance of public works including streets system, potable water system, wastewater system, and recycled water system; solid waste; and equipment maintenance.

Acts as City Engineer overseeing the review of private development projects including public works improvements; reviews and signs subdivision maps; and determines and approves engineering standards. Prepares, manages, and updates the Capital Improvement  Program  (CIP); reviews and signs project plans and specifications.  Conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, utility rate studies, and operational studies; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate. Participates in the development of the Department's annual budget and CIP budget; may approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.  Monitors the condition of public works including streets system, potable water system, wastewater system, and recycled water system; and equipment for maintenance, repair, or replacement.