Peckham & McKenney Pasadena, CA, USA
Director of Public Works
The Public Works Department is supported by a staff of 273 and an annual budget of $93.5 million. The department consists of five distinct divisions: Administration, Engineering, Street Maintenance, Resource Recovery and Recycling, and Building Systems and Fleet Management, and is responsible for several active high-profile and multi-discipline capital projects underway and many more on the horizon. The City is seeking a strong, inspiring, and visionary leader known for empowering team members, fostering a supportive and resilient culture, communicating clearly and effectively, with a proven track record for successfully leading and completing capital projects in a timely manner. The selected candidate will be a leader in collaborating with all stakeholders to address the City Council’s climate emergency declaration enacted in January 2023. This well-rounded public works professional will have proven success with energizing employees around a compelling future and advancing ambitious goals that directly impact the quality of life in the communities served.