Djordje Pavlovic Named City Of Glendale Engineering Services Director
The city of Glendale is proud to announce Djordje Pavlovic as the city’s new Engineering Services Director. Pavlovic has been with the city for more than 10 years, serving in two instrumental roles – structural engineer and building official – where he has been part of shaping the city, ensuring safety and the integrity of structures.
In his new role, Pavlovic will lead the department of nearly 40 engineering professionals in the design and construction of city infrastructure and many of the capital projects in the $478 million Capital Improvement Plan. He will also determine economic solutions, coordinate engineering and architectural design projects and oversee the construction process.
“In all my years of service, I can’t think of a more dedicated public servant than Djorde,” said City Manager Kevin Phelps. “Time and time again, he has demonstrated that he is a solutions-oriented professional who uses creativity, without sacrificing safety, to achieve the best outcome possible. I look forward to seeing his continued dedication and success for the city and the people we serve.”
Pavlovic has a combined 23 years of structural engineering design and public sector leadership. Prior to coming to Glendale in 2014, he served as the principal and structural engineer on residential, commercial and municipal projects.
“The successes we’ve achieved over the years are a credit to the dedicated professionals I’ve had the privilege to work alongside,” said Pavlovic. “I look forward to continuing that teamwork in my new role as Director of Engineering Services.”
Pavlovic is certified by the Arizona Board of Technical Registration as a Professional (Civil) Engineer. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering from University of Belgrade and graduate studies in Structural Engineering from University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
His first day in the new role is August 25.