Assistant Engineer - Construction Management - Public Works (5203 TEX)

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.

Application Opening: Friday, May 1st, 2026
Application Deadline: Please apply immediately. The application filing will be open at least through Friday, May 8th, 2026, and will close any time thereafter.
Compensation Range: $127,868 - $155,454 annually
Recruitment ID: TEX-5203-162828, RTF0162827-01138509

Appointment Type: Temporary-Exempt (PEX), Category 18. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer and shall not exceed 36 months.

San Francisco Public Works has a far-reaching portfolio with a $453 million annual operating budget, an active capital portfolio that exceeds $3 billion and a workforce of 1,700-plus employees. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. The staff designs and manages the construction of civic buildings and streets; cleans and greens the right of way; maintains civic buildings; manages multi-million-dollar bond programs; trains people for jobs; keeps the right of way free of hazards; paves the roads; repairs bridges and public stairways; expands accessibility; and works at the forefront addressing some of San Francisco’s biggest challenges. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens.

Please visit the “About Us” section of our website at https://www.sfpublicworks.org about to learn more about the department’s core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget and more.

Public Works currently has a vacancy for the position of Assistant Engineer (5203) within our Project Delivery Division within the Bureau of Construction Management.

Under general supervision, the Assistant Engineer performs engineering work of average difficulty in both the field and office, following established engineering methods and procedures.  The role applies standard engineering principles and practices to civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental, or transportation engineering tasks.

Important and Essential Duties:

Your duties as an Assistant Engineer may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Prepares, reviews, and checks routine studies, calculations, designs, drawings, sketches, and plans for a variety of engineering projects using AutoCAD and other construction management or project management software tools.
   
• Conducts field inspections of existing structures to determine the necessity for future construction, repair, or maintenance; conducts preliminary field studies and surveys and collects data related to the preparation of designs and drawings; reviews and analyzes field data and results of office research to determine necessary corrective measures.
   
• Conducts routine field inspections of construction and repair projects in progress to ensure conformance with plans, specifications and codes; checks and records work progress at various construction sites.
   
• Gathers, prepares and maintains engineering data, records and reports.
   
• Prepares detailed and accurate reports, contract specifications, lists of materials, cost estimates, schedules, and progress payment documentation.
   
• Prepares detailed and accurate reports concerning field conditions and associated issues and deficiencies, the progress of projects, the results of studies, plans for future developments and improvements, and other related matters.
   
• Provides written and oral responses to a variety of inquiries from other agencies, contractors, and the general public.
   
• May exercise limited supervision over junior engineers, student engineering trainees, and related personnel.
   
• Prepares correspondence, minutes, and reports addressing a variety of inquiries and issues related to engineering policies, procedures, standards, environmental impacts, appeals, and other related project activities; may also prepare and process legislation related to engineering matters.
   
• Meets and consults with professional engineering personnel, contractors, and the public regarding engineering matters.

1.  EDUCATION:
a. Possession of a baccalaureate degree or graduate degree from an engineering program with a major in the field of study related to the specialty area defined for each position.

Required Engineering Degrees per specialty:

Civil: Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Structural Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or Engineering Management

Electrical: Electrical Engineering

Mechanical: Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering

Environmental: Bio-chemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Sanitary Engineering

Transportation: Civil Engineering, Transit Engineering, Transportation Engineering or Traffic Engineering

AND

EXPERIENCE:
b. One (1) year of verifiable professional engineering experience performing at least three of the following tasks:

1. Preparing or assisting in preparing studies, designs, drawings, sketches, and plans using AutoCAD and other software tools

2. Collecting data to assess project needs and define project scope through site visits, surveying, reviewing existing documents, reports, drawings and manuals, performing measurements, collecting samples, or/and interviews with the stakeholders.

3. Preparing or assisting in the preparation of contract specifications, lists of materials, cost estimates, schedules, and progress payments.

4. Preparing or assisting in the preparation of engineering reports and reports concerning field conditions, the progress of projects, the results of studies, and other matters.

5. Conducting data analyses and mathematical calculations, in order to determine type or size of material or equipment.

6. Conducting routine field inspections of construction and repair projects in progress to ensure conformance with plans, specifications and codes; checks and records work progress at various construction sites.

Note: Internships, drafting experience and student design work do not qualify as professional engineering experience.

AND

c. Possession of a valid Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate issued by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).

OR

2. LICENSE/CERTIFICATE:
Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the field required for each specialty from the California Board of Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Note: Most positions require a valid California driver license. 
 

Desirable Qualifications:
The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify candidates advancing to the interview process and/or to identify job finalist(s) at the end of the selection process when referred for hiring.

1. Experience using P6 Primavera, Bluebeam, or other construction and project management software tools.
2. Experience preparing engineering drawings, calculations, reports, or cost estimates.
3. Experience conducting field inspections or performing construction‑related observations.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
5. Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and technical documents.

What else should I know?
Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Please review our articles on Employment Application and Minimum Qualifications and Verification of Experience and/or Education for considerations taken when reviewing applications. 

Verification:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. 

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Selection Procedures:
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process.

The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Depending on the number of applicants, the department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the department will move forward in the recruitment process.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ):
Candidates may be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Tara Stevens, at tara.stevens@sfdpw.org.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.