Are you an experienced engineering leader who can oversee complex development review processes, improve infrastructure coordination, and foster collaborative relationships with developers, contractors, and internal stakeholders? If so, apply to be the City of Fayetteville’s next Engineering Development Review Manager! We’re looking for an exceptional, solutions-oriented leader who is:
• Experienced in engineering development review and construction management
• Skilled at communicating technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Committed to customer service, collaboration, and mentoring staff

Fayetteville, Arkansas is a vibrant and rapidly growing city in Northwest Arkansas known for its strong economy, outdoor recreation, arts culture, and high quality of life. Home to the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville combines the energy of a college town with the charm of the Ozark Mountains and a thriving business environment. The city features a blend of historic neighborhoods, modern development, expanding infrastructure, and strong economic growth.

The Engineering Division provides development review services related to city infrastructure including streets, drainage, and water/sewer systems. The division also provides design and project management services for City-owned projects. Reporting to Engineering leadership, the new Engineering Development Review Manager will:
• Administer and oversee the engineering development review process
• Review development plans and construction submittals for compliance with City standards and ordinances
• Coordinate development reviews with internal departments, utilities, and outside agencies
• Improve review timelines and recommend process enhancements
• Support major City planning and infrastructure initiatives

This position will play an important role in upcoming updates to the Downtown Plan, Comprehensive Plan, and future Code of Ordinances rewrite efforts.

Required qualifications for this position include:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering
• Minimum of four years of related engineering experience
• Minimum of two years of management experience
• Ability to obtain Arkansas Professional Engineer Registration/License within six months of hire
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred qualifications include:
• Experience managing municipal development review operations in a high-growth community
• Strong knowledge of land development regulations, subdivision processes, and public infrastructure standards
• Experience improving permitting, engineering review, or construction coordination processes
• Ability to present technical information and recommendations to public officials, boards, and community stakeholders

The salary range is $106,568.80 – $127,670.40, depending on experience and qualifications.

Please apply online.

For more information on this position, contact:
Marsha Reed, Senior Vice President, Executive Recruitment
marshareed@governmentresource.com | 806-789-9641

City of Fayetteville, AR

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