MANAGING DIRECTOR - ENGINEERING SERVICES

DESCRIPTION

THE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING A MANAGING DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING SERVICES

(This is an at-will position)

Salary Range: $253,055 - 354,277

THE ROLE

The Managing Director of Engineering Services is a pivotal executive leadership role responsible for the stewardship of the Port’s assets and infrastructure and overseeing the Engineering Services Bureau, which provides a comprehensive range of engineering functions, including design, construction management, program management, project controls, maintenance, and surveying. The role demands extensive experience leading a large staff and managing large-scale engineering projects, with a proven track record in leadership and strategic planning. The Managing Director is responsible for a bureau of 291 teammates and an annual $368 million capital improvement budget.

CANDIDATE CONNECT(INFORMATION SESSION)

To find out more about this exciting career opportunity and the Port of Long Beach, please join our virtual information session on Tuesday , May 6, 2025, 5:00 PM PST, via MS Teams . This is a unique opportunity to hear first-hand about the position, speak directly with hiring leaders, ask questions, and learn why the Port of Long Beach is your employer of choice! Candidates are not required to be on camera. To join audio only, call +1323-451-1087, Phone Conference ID: 171 533 912#. Please note that the PowerPoint presentation shared during the meeting will not be visible to those who call in only.

THE TEAM

Comprised of six divisions, the Engineering Services Bureau stewards the Port’s assets and infrastructure through the execution of design, construction management, program management, project controls, maintenance, and surveying functions associated with what is consistently, one of the largest capital programs of any port in the country and forecasted at $3.2B over the next decade. This capital program addresses all aspects of the Port’s infrastructure ecosystem, including waterways, in-water fills, marine terminals, rail and roadway systems, as well as a wide variety of general public works infrastructure. This currently includes the $1.815B Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility ("America's Green Gateway") being designed and built to transform the Port’s rail system and move cargo in and out of the Port more efficiently, supporting economic growth, while reducing impacts on the environment and the surrounding community. It may also include a new 400-acre floating offshore wind staging and integration terminal (Pier Wind), which is currently being evaluated in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.

ABOUT US

The Port of Long Beach is a global leader in green port initiatives and top-notch customer service, moving cargo with reliability, speed, and efficiency. With its deep-water, rail access, and ongoing investment in state-of-the-art facilities, the Port continues to be the preferred gateway for Asia-Pacific trade and an exemplary model for its environmental innovations and initiatives. The Port operates entirely on revenue generated from its operations and grants, and is not funded by taxes or the City’s General Fund. As the premier U.S. gateway for trans-Pacific trade, the Port handles trade valued at more than $300 billion annually and supports 2.6 million jobs across the United States, including 575,000 in Southern California. In 2025, the Port is celebrating “20 Years of Leading Green,” marking two decades of its landmark Green Port Policy that has dramatically reduced environmental impacts from operations. In 2024, industry leaders named Long Beach “The Best West Coast Seaport in North America” for the sixth consecutive year. During the next 10 years, the Port is planning $ 3.2 billion in capital improvements aimed at enhancing capacity, competitiveness, and environmental sustainability.

To learn more about the ways we are building the Green Port of the Future, please visit: https://polb.com/environment .

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

HOW YOU GET TO CONTRIBUTE

• Provide leadership and oversee all activities for the six divisions that comprise the Engineering Services Bureau for the Port of Long Beach: Engineering Design, Construction Management, Program Management, Project Controls, Survey, and Maintenance.
  
• Provide direct and indirect supervision of division directors, establishing goals and objectives, measuring performance, and ensuring that an effective and customer-oriented service level is attained.
  
• Provide strategic direction for the Engineering Services Bureau, aligning its mission with the overall mission and vision of the Port.
  
• Consult with bureau heads and division directors to determine their short and long-term needs, and lead the development and management of assets and infrastructure to meet those needs.
  
• Guide and advise the Board of Harbor Commissioners, Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Operating Officer on the short- and long-range development plans for the Port.
  
• Lead overall direction of the Port's development activities and Capital Improvement Program.
  
• Provide leadership supporting the development and implementation of procedures that ensure capital projects are of high quality, on time and within budget, and that appropriate fiscal controls and best practices standards are followed. Represent the Port with local, state, and federal agencies pertaining to development activities and the stewardship of Port assets and infrastructure.
  
• Ensure all aspects of the Port’s infrastructure ecosystem receive the attention needed, such that all is in a condition to serve their intended purpose for the efficient movement of cargo and the public through the Port’s Harbor District.
  
• Oversee the development of infrastructure master plans designed to achieve short- and long-range development plans for the Port.
  
• Promote responsible and sustainable Port development that accommodates changes in trade volume, and equipment and machinery that move cargo within the Port.
  
• Make presentations to the Board of Harbor Commissioners, City Council, State and federal agencies, port industry, the public, and professional organizations.
  
• Ensure bureau staff are aware of and committed to the strategic goals and values of the Port.
  
• Engage Port terminal operators and other members of the goods movement industry to discuss and advance development plans within the Port, and respond to inquiries from these groups on a wide range of subjects.
  
• Performs other related duties as required.
  

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Current and valid registered Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of California.
• Minimum 15 years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering management with a strong emphasis on managing the lifecycle of assets and infrastructure, including overall project delivery, planning, design, bidding, construction, survey, and maintenance for significant infrastructure assets.
• Minimum 10 years managing and directing a large and diverse staff, including professional engineers.

Desirables

• Master's Degree or advanced coursework in a discipline related to Civil Engineering or Management is desirable. Professional certifications are desirable.
  
• Experience within the goods movement industry with a focus on transportation terminal or marine terminal development is strongly preferred.
  

The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background handling progressively challenging engineering projects, supervising designs, reviewing construction and survey work, reviewing schedules and estimates, maintaining infrastructure assets, and resolving issues between teams of professional and technical managers. You must have knowledge of design, project management, construction management, project controls, surveying, and maintenance. To thrive, you will need to be flexible, strategic, innovative, and forward-thinking with excellent client/customer relation skills and exceptional public speaking/presentation skills. It is essential you have demonstrated leadership that includes maturity and the ability to articulate an organization’s and others. This role requires the ability to acclimate quickly in a fast-paced environment of innovation and collaboration, and the willingness to employ creative solutions in structuring business.

If you require an accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in any phase of the application/selection process, please contact (562)283-7500 or email hrexecrecruitment@polb.com .

The Port of Long Beach is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The Port of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the Port of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilr ig hts.ca .g ov/fair-chance-act .

SELECTION PROCEDURE

HOW DO WE START THE CONVERSATION?

The final filing date for this recruitment is Tuesday, May 14, 2025, at 4:30 PM PST . The Port reserves the right to extend the closing without notice in order to accept additional applications. To be considered for this extraordinary opportunity, you must submit a cover letter and resume (as PDF attachments) reflecting the scope of your current/most recent organizations and responsibilities. Incomplete submissions, orthosethat clearly do not meet the minimum requirements, will not be considered. Documents will be evaluated to determine the most qualified applicants. Submissions will only be accepted online at www .g overnmen tj obs.com .

Individuals determined to be most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in further selection procedurestentatively scheduled to begin on Wednesday, May 27, 2025 (in-person) . Applicants who do not meet minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered.

THE BENEFITS

The Port of Long Beach has established an annual salary range of $253,055 - $354,277.Starting salary is determined by a combination of qualifications, professional experience, and internal equity considerations. An attractive package of executive-level benefits is also included with the opportunity of working in one of the most diverse and dynamic areas of the United States. The Port’s generous benefits package includes:

• AutoAllowance - $ 550 per month.
  
• Executive Leave - 40 hours per year.
  
• Retirement - For new employees, the CalPERS retirement formula is 2.0% at 62, coordinated with Social Security. Currently, member contributions are 8.00% for CalPERS and 6.2% for Social Security, paid by the employee. For employees with prior CalPERS status, CentralPayroll will review and determine the formula. For prior employees with a break in service greater than six (6) months, this could be 2.0% at 62, coordinated with Social Security.
  
• Vacation - Vacation is accrued at 3.7 hours per pay period to begin, which is equivalent to two weeks on an annual basis. Vacation can be used after six months of service. Vacation accrual increases at specific milestones of years of service.
  
• Sick Leave - Accrued at 8 hours per month. Accruals may be converted upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums or retirement service credits.
  
• Holidays - 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year and four (4) personal holidays.
  
• Paid Parental Leave - After six (6) months of City employment, the City pays up to 30 consecutive days (160 hours) for eligible employees to take paid time to bond with a child upon birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of 17.
  
• Bereavement Leave - 5 days for the death or critical illness of an immediate family member.
  
• Vacation Accrual for Prior Service- Vacation accrual rate may be adjusted to provide credit for previous full-time employment at a public service agency. Credit for public service shall only be given for completed years of service as a full-time permanent employee. Public Service credit does not apply to any other benefits.
  
• Pay for Performance - Pay for Performance is awarded based on employee performance as demonstrated through achievement of individual goals, demonstration of required competencies, and available budget funds.
  
• Deferred Compensation - City match of base salary for all qualified members.
  
• Group Health Insurance - Medical and dental options (HMO and PPO). Free vision coverage.
  
• Life Insurance - City-paid life insurance policy of $ 20,000 plus executive insurance benefit equal to three times annual salary up to a maximum of $500,000.
  
• Disability Insurance - City-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
  
• Education Reimbursement - Tuition reimbursement available for employees to obtain additional education or training.
  
• Annual Physical - Eligible to receive an annual physical examination at City expense through the City-provided program.
  
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness - As the Harbor Department of the City of Long Beach, a governmental agency, the Port of Long Beach is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
  
• 529 College Savings Plan -The ScholarShare 529 plan is an account that allows employees to invest specifically for future education expenses through the Long Beach City Employees Federal Credit Union. Funds can be used from your 529 savings plan to send your grandkids, kids, or even yourself, to any accredited public or private U.S. college or university, or two-year technical or vocational institution.
  

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% @55 for "Classic" members and 2%@62 for new members as defined by PEPRA. Subject to employee contribution. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security.
• Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected.
• Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000.
• Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination.
• Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service.
• Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year.
• Sick Leave: One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits.
• Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion.
• Transportation Allowance: Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below;
  • Department Head $650.00
  • Deputy Director/Manager $550.00
  • Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA: $450.00
  • Executive Support Staff: $300.00
• Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation). City contributes 1% of employee's base pay to the employee's 401(a) plan; effective September 30, 2022, the City will contribute 2% of employee's base pay to the employee's 401(a) account. Employees may opt to contribute up to the IRS annual limits as well.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses.
• Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval).
• Paid Parental Leave: After six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Management positions - Refer to the Job Posting brochure included in the job posting.

Closing Date/Time: 5/14/2025 4:30 PM Pacific

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