Director of Capital Projects and Engineering
About The Position
San Francisco Bay Ferry is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking leader to serve as Director of Capital Projects and Engineering. The Director leads the planning, design, procurement, and delivery of complex capital projects, including vessel electrification, infrastructure upgrades, vessel and facility maintenance. This position ensures compliance with regulatory standards, manages engineering support, and provides strategic and technical leadership across capital program initiatives. Under the direction of the Chief Capital Program Officer, the Director will manage and lead the planning, design, delivery, maintenance, and repair of capital projects and agency assets, including vessels, terminals, and related facilities; oversees project scoping, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and compliance with regulatory requirements; manages consultant contracts and ensures effective coordination with internal departments to align projects with agency goals; and conducts stakeholder engagement, maintains project documentation, and ensures on-time, on-budget project completion.
Requirements
- Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in capital project management, marine engineering, or construction management.
- At least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity.
- Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with USCG and various state regulations.
- Experience with CFR's with emphasis on Title 46, Subchapter K.
Responsibilities
- Manage and lead the planning, design, delivery, maintenance, and repair of capital projects and agency assets, including vessels, terminals, and related facilities.
- Oversee project scoping, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Manage consultant contracts and ensure effective coordination with internal departments to align projects with agency goals.
- Conduct stakeholder engagement, maintain project documentation, and ensure on-time, on-budget project completion.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Manage engineering support.
- Provide strategic and technical leadership across capital program initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive retirement plan through CalPERS
- Additional deferred compensation options
- Variety of premium medical (HMO/PPO) plans
- Dental plans
- Vision plans
- Generous paid time off (PTO) allowances
- Observed holidays
- Hybrid work environment (for eligible administrative roles)
- Pre-tax transit benefits
- Employer subsidies for transit or vanpooling
- Employer-provided life insurance
- Short-term disability coverage
- Long-term disability coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
