Director of Field Engineering

Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) is a nationally recognized public water and wastewater agency serving nearly one million customers across a 682-square-mile service area in Western Riverside and Northern San Diego Counties. The District employs approximately 620 staff and is advancing a significant capital program including a FY 202627 CIP budget of $194.2 million and a current five-year CIP totaling approximately $938 million.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Engineering the Director of Field Engineering leads construction administration contract management safety oversight and project inspection for large and complex capital projects supporting EMWDs potable water wastewater and recycled water systems. This executive role oversees field engineering construction management and inspection programs to help ensure projects are delivered safely efficiently and in compliance with District standards and regulatory requirements.

EMWD is seeking a seasoned collaborative leader who can manage a complex portfolio without micromanaging communicate effectively with executives staff contractors and the public and maintain strong awareness of project status risk and competing priorities. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in construction administration safety inspection and contract oversight along with an approachable leadership style that builds trust supports staff and reinforces a strong safety culture.

Requires a bachelors degree in engineering construction management or a related field; ten years of progressively responsible experience in the design construction and inspection of large complex water and wastewater systems including five years in a management capacity; registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California and/or certification as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM). A valid California drivers license is also required.

Salary: $201905.60 to $251409.60

Please apply online at by June 30 2026. For questions or inquiries please contact Syldy Tom () or Sherrill Uyeda ().

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