City Engineer

CITY ENGINEER

City of Rochester, New York

Salary: $116,114–$153,104

Build Rochester's Future.

The City of Rochester is seeking an experienced engineering leader to serve as its next City Engineer.

This is a rare opportunity to lead one of New York's most diverse municipal engineering portfolios while helping implement the Rochester 2034 Masterplan and guide transformative initiatives such as ROC the Riverway, the Inner Loop North Transformation Project, neighborhood infrastructure improvements, historic preservation, environmental restoration, complete streets, and major capital investments that will shape Rochester for generations.

As City Engineer, you'll provide strategic leadership for the Bureau of Architecture and Engineering, oversee a talented multidisciplinary team of engineering and architectural professionals, direct the planning, design, and construction of complex public infrastructure projects, and collaborate with elected officials, community partners, consultants, and residents to improve the places where people live, work, and connect.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE), or the ability to obtain New York licensure

• Progressive leadership experience in municipal engineering, public works, transportation, infrastructure, or consulting

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering complex capital projects

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational leadership skills

• A commitment to public service and engineering excellence

The anticipated hiring range is $116,114–$153,104. The City also offers an outstanding executive benefits package, including participation in the New York State & Local Retirement System (NYSLRS), comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, generous paid leave, deferred compensation, tuition assistance, and an Employer Assisted Housing Program for eligible employees. Please note: City Residency will be required within one year of hire.

If you're looking for an opportunity to build infrastructure, develop talented professionals, and leave a lasting mark on one of New York's great cities, we'd love to hear from you.

To learn more and apply, visit: Pracademic Partners Current Recruitments

A recruitment brochure can be found HERE.

For more on why this is a great opportunity, watch our recruitment video: https://youtu.be/ARAamLnBFeY

For questions or nominations, contact:
Dr. Ian M. Coyle, ICMA-CM

ian@pracademicpartners.com / 585-943-0589