Steve Wirch
McHenry,IL
Summary
Professional with comprehensive experience in public works management, adept at strategic planning and infrastructure development. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in project management, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and public relations. Known for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Public Works
City of McHenry
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders during project planning phases to ensure alignment with community needs and priorities.
- Retained strong knowledge of utilities production, facilities management and wastewater treatment through hands-on leadership.
- Developed comprehensive asset management plans outlining maintenance schedules and capital improvement projects for long-term infrastructure sustainability.
- Achieved timely execution of preventive maintenance programs by efficiently prioritizing tasks based on urgency level assessments.
Field Operations Manager
City of McHenry
05.2020 - 11.2024
- Maintained open lines of communication between upper management and field personnel, facilitating smooth information flow throughout the organization.
- Coordinated logistics efforts for efficient deployment of resources across various job sites simultaneously.
- Aligned Utility, Street, and Fleet Divisions goals with overall organization objectives, ensuring all projects were executed according to city standards and expectations.
- Managed projects from inception to completion, consistently meeting deadlines and staying within budget constraints.
Education
High School Diploma -
McHenry East Campus
McHenry, ILSkills
- Effective communication
- Operating budgets
- Capital Improvement Planning
- Asset management
- Staff scheduling
- Fleet management
- Project management
United States Naval Reserve 1994-2002
Honorably Discharged
Timeline
Director of Public Works
City of McHenry
09.2023 - 11.2024
Field Operations Manager
City of McHenry
05.2020 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
McHenry East Campus
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