CPS HR Consulting

Capital Projects Director

CPS HR Consulting  •  $152k - $248k/yr  •  Fresno, CA (Onsite)  •  59 minutes ago
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Job Description

Posting number: ES-2662

Department: City of Fresno

Job classification: Other

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering, Real Estate, Program Management

The City of Fresno is seeking an accomplished Capital Projects Director to provide executive leadership for a department responsible for turning that vision into reality. This is far more than an engineering leadership role. It is an opportunity to build an organization, strengthen project delivery, develop future leaders, and help shape one of California's most dynamic and rapidly evolving cities.

The City is seeking an executive who is equally comfortable discussing engineering design with technical professionals, organizational strategy with executive leadership, and community priorities with elected officials and residents.

The ideal candidate will offer:
  • Progressive leadership experience overseeing large-scale capital improvement programs, municipal infrastructure, engineering, construction management, or project delivery operations.
  • A demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous professional development.
  • Experience managing complex budgets, funding sources, and competing priorities, while successfully delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
  • Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to build credibility and trust with elected officials, executive leadership, staff, consultants, regulatory agencies, and the community.
  • A collaborative leadership approach that emphasizes partnership, customer service, and cross-departmental coordination to achieve organizational goals.
  • A commitment to continuous improvement, implementing best practices that enhance project delivery, strengthen organizational performance, and improve service to the community.
  • A Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, public administration, or a closely related field. A California Professional Engineer (PE) license is desirable but not required. Master's degree is desirable.
  • Five (5) years of increasingly responsible management experience, including three (3) years at the supervisory level.
  • Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required at time of appointment.
Above all, the City is seeking a leader who is committed to developing people, strengthening processes, delivering exceptional public infrastructure, and serving as a trusted partner in shaping Fresno's future.

Supplemental information

Your resume should reflect years and months of employment, beginning/ending dates, as well as the size of staff and budgets you have managed. This recruitment will remain open until filled, with a first review of applications on Friday, September 25, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early for full consideration.

For more information or to apply, visit: https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2662/

Confidential inquiries are welcome.

For additional information about this position, please contact:
Abby Ackers
Senior Executive Recruiter
aackers@cpshr.us

CPS HR Consulting

About CPS HR Consulting

For over 40 years, CPS HR Consulting has delivered trusted HR solutions that strengthen the public sector.

As a public agency ourselves, we bring unmatched insight into the challenges government organizations face. With 120+ employees and 200+ consultants, we support 2,700+ public agencies, including federal, state, local, special district, higher education, and nonprofit organizations through:

Talent Management & Workforce Strategy

Workforce planning, succession planning, organizational assessment, change management, performance management, and HR outsourcing.

Executive Recruitment & Full Cycle Hiring

Executive search, leadership recruitment, candidate screening, competency-based selection, and talent marketing strategies.

Testing, Licensing & Certification

Job analysis, exam development, assessment center services, test administration, certification program development, and defensible selection tools.

Training, Leadership Development & Coaching

Government focused leadership coaching, supervisory training, professional development, and skill building for public employees at all levels.

Organizational Strategy

Strategic planning, organizational redesign, process improvement, and integrated HR solutions that improve agency performance.

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Sacramento, CA
Year Founded
1985
Website
cpshr.us
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