Performance Engineering Manager Jobs in Portland, OR

Salary: $107,443.04 - $145,008.27 Annually
Location : City Hall - Wilsonville, OR
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2026-00026
Department: Community Development
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 04/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Overview
What We Do
At the City of Wilsonville, we come together to build a safe, connected, and thriving community. The Community Development Department plays a key role in shaping the City's future through planning, building, engineering, and economic development. Our Engineering Division delivers the infrastructure that makes Wilsonville work- managing projects to design, build, and maintain the roads, utilities, parks, pathways, and public spaces that support a high quality of life for residents and a strong environment for businesses.
What You Will Do
As the Capital Projects Engineering Manager, you will lead high-impact projects from vision to reality while guiding a talented and dedicated team. You'll oversee the planning, design, and construction of capital improvements that leave a lasting mark on the community. This role is hands-on, collaborative, and strategic. You'll partner with internal departments, consultants, contractors, and the public to deliver projects that improve mobility, sustainability, and livability across the city.
You'll also get to work on interesting and visible projects, such as:

• Transportation and multimodal improvements that keep Wilsonville moving
• Utility and infrastructure upgrades that support long-term growth
• Public space and right-of-way enhancements that improve safety and accessibility
• Complex capital projects that balance innovation, sustainability, and fiscal responsibility

Click for a comprehensive list of Wilsonville capital improvement projects.
Who We Are Looking For
We're seeking a collaborative leader who is passionate about public service and building strong teams. Someone who:

• Communicates clearly and inspires trust
• Brings experience managing complex capital projects
• Enjoys mentoring staff and developing future leaders
• Balances creative thinking with practical, results-driven solutions
• Understands the importance of safety, sustainability, and community livability

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Oregon Professional Engineer registration (or ability to obtain within six months)
• Six years of engineering experience, including at least three years in public works or capital project management
• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and project delivery skills

Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're excited about leading meaningful infrastructure projects and making a lasting difference in a growing, forward-thinking city, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your application, cover letter, resume, and responses to the supplemental questions to be considered-and come help build Wilsonville's future.
Under the general supervision of the City Engineer, manages the Engineering Division's capital projects function for the Community Development Department. Specific areas of focus include, but are not limited to: implementing the City's Capital Improvement Program; providing professional engineering oversight in project programming, planning, design, construction and administration; managing other staff and outside consultants and contractors; and coordinating with other agencies.
This position coordinates with the Development Engineering Manager to efficiently and effectively schedule and assign duties to Engineering Division staff.
This position reports to the City Engineer and supervises engineering staff as assigned.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The following tasks are representative and not to be considered all inclusive
Division Management Responsibilities

• Establishes long-range goals and plans for the division and maintains short-range plan that accomplishes division goals, such as the Capital Improvement Program project schedules, personnel allocation, budget, and operation.
• Develops and administers the division's budget in collaboration with the Development Engineering Manager.
• Holds assigned staff accountable for personal goals and contributions towards organizational objectives and values. Supervises and manages assigned staff, including performance reviews and other personnel matters. Evaluates need for and provides training opportunities and career development.
• Participates in staff selection process and provides input.
• May serve as acting City Engineer when assigned.

Capital Improvement Program Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Development Engineering Manager, evaluates and coordinates staffing assignments and budgetary needs associated with the Engineering Division's capital improvement projects and private development functions.
• Administers the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to assure infrastructure is aligned with City's Comprehensive Plan and adopted Master Plans.
• Manages capital project development, design, and implementation including technical research and feasibility analyses, funding and cost analyses, scheduling, public involvement, project budgeting and work plan development, project performance and results.
• Coordinates and integrates capital construction projects with various regional, state, or federal jurisdictions, as well as with other city departments, special-interest groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Plans and oversees community-based participation using techniques and processes that inform and explain project objectives and answer questions from the public, media, and other agencies.
• Resolves problems associated with projects. Works with a variety of people to solve technical, legal, and logistical problems, including those that are unanticipated.
• Serves as lead facilitator and liaison with consultants and contractors to initiate, negotiate, and finalize Professional Services Agreements and construction contracts and ensure work is performed according to the scope and schedules outlined in the contracts and agreements.
• Oversees project manager, project team, consultant, and contractor work throughout the project, including:
  • Preparation of conceptual design reports, studies, analyses, and permitting documents necessary to implement the CIP. Reviews and approves progress reports, technical memos, and recommendations prepared by City staff or outside consultants.
  • Acquisition of right-of-way and easements needed for proposed construction.
  • Review and approval of design progress documents, drawings, plans, and specifications and approves final design/specification packages prior to bidding.
  • Administration of public works contracts and holds contractors accountable for the terms of the contract.
  • Project documentation such as inspection reports, certified payrolls, and project schedules for compliance.
  • Recommendation and/or approval progress and final payments to contractors and consultants.
  • Project file maintenance including drawings, proposals, contracts, work-in-progress reviews, inspections, and communication in accordance with public record laws.
• Reviews and recommends approval of change orders.
• Provides reports and status updates to Community Development Director/City Engineer and other department managers in clear and timely manner.
• Provides technical information and project direction to Engineering Division staff, consultants, contractors, and others on project team. Provides feedback on regular basis to project personnel and other assigned staff.
• Performs other duties as required.

Customer Service Standards for Employees
These standards are to ensure the organization is focused on providing high quality service to the public and other employees. Employees are expected to meet these standards as part of their job responsibilities.
Communication

• Acknowledge customers when they enter a city facility by greeting them with a smile and positive tone of voice whether in person, on the phone or in email.
• Gather necessary information to assist the customer. Where possible, handle issues/questions/requests without transferring customer to someone else.
• Seek out answers to questions first; if unsuccessful provide name/contact information of someone who can assist.
• Listen, understand, and clarify to gain in depth understanding of the needs to ensure they are being met.
• Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner.
• Be positive and enthusiastic when speaking with customers.

Respect

• Be courteous and polite.
• Treat customers with dignity and respect.
• Understand customer's expectations and treat them as a priority.
• Actively listen and give customer undivided attention.
• Appreciate differing perspectives, opinions, and needs.
• Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, and ethical behavior.

Responsiveness

• Provide prompt and reliable service.
• Respond to phone/email as soon as possible.
• Follow through in a timely manner on commitments made to customers and provide estimated timeline for completion.
• Change voicemail and email when out of office/unavailable and provide alternate contact person for customers.
• Demonstrate a "can-do" approach.
• Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions.

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering is required.
Experience: At least six years of related engineering experience, including a minimum of three years as a registered engineer in a progressively responsible position associated with public works and capital improvement project management.
Certifications: Registration in Oregon as a Professional Engineer is required. P.E.s from out of state will be given six months to obtain Oregon registration.
Skills & Abilities
Knowledge and skill in applying mathematics and science; the principles and practices of civil engineering; management theories and principles; municipal budgeting theories and principles; contract management; and local, state and federal laws, regulations and ordinances governing engineering and public works projects.
Knowledge of safety standards, practices, and procedures.
Able to learn City procedures, regulations, codes, and requirements with respect to construction, procurement, safety, operations, organization, and budget process.
Able to interpret and apply complex rules, regulations, laws, and ordinances to technical and administrative details.
Able to produce and utilize accurate and useful estimates for time, funding, materials and equipment needed for all public works construction projects.
Able to manage capital improvement projects with respect to time, staff allocation, and fiscal resources.
Able to develop and implement a construction schedule ensuring the efficient, timely, and cost-effective completion of construction projects.
Strong computer skills to perform the essential functions of the position, typically using project tracking and financial software and MS Office including Word, Excel, Adobe, and PowerPoint.
Strong oral and written communication skills in daily performance of duties and responsibilities, including internal and external communication to convey engineering concepts and preparation of project specifications, requests for proposals, and staff reports.
Able to make presentations before the City Council, Budget Committee, and other City Committees and Commissions.
Interpersonal skills necessary to supervise staff work effectively and successfully work with other department staff, City staff, elected officials, and the public.
A valid driver's license.
Additional Information
I understand and acknowledge this position is at-will, and the City and incumbents in this position mutually reserve the right to end the employment relationship with or without cause at any time.
I have read the above job description, and can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand it is my responsibility to contact Human Resources if I at any time require an accommodation to complete the essential functions of this position.
EMPLOYEE'S
SIGNATURE DATE ___________________
SUPERVISOR'S
SIGNATURE DATE ___________________
Retirement: The City is a member of the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System and currently contributes the employee's portion of the retirement system. The city also contributes an additional 3% of base salary to a 401a account on behalf of management employees. Employees may elect to participate in the City's deferred compensation program.
Healthcare Benefits: The City offers an extensive employee benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long term disability plans.
Wellness Program: The City offers a generous wellness program, providing for up to $200 a calendar year for wellness related costs incurred.
Vacation: Based on years of service, beginning at 132 hours annually. Vacation leave accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees based on their full-time equivalent status.
Sick Leave: Accrues 96 hours annually. Sick leave accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees based on their full-time equivalent status.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
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• I am a qualified veteran
• I am a qualified, disabled veteran
• I am not a veteran

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