Eric Claussen
Focused on building strong teams, delivering reliable infrastructure and services, and supporting the long-term success of the community.
- Role
- Assistant City Manager at City of Beaufort
- Location
- Beaufort, SC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Eric Claussen
Dynamic and results-driven public sector leader with over 20 years of experience guiding the planning, delivery, and management of municipal and county government functions. Brings a strong foundation in infrastructure operations, paired with a deep understanding of public policy, organizational leadership, and strategic governance. Proven ability to connect policy decisions with operational outcomes through data-driven planning, collaborative engagement, and efficient execution.• Oversight of core public services including streets, sidewalks, stormwater, traffic operations, fleet, and facility maintenance • Capital project management encompassing funding strategies, design oversight, construction inspection, and public engagement • Long-range planning and implementation of transportation, utility, and infrastructure systems • Policy development and implementation across public works, transportation, and administrative services • Strategic planning, KPI development, and department alignment with countywide objectives • Sales tax and capital improvement program management with an emphasis on transparency and accountability • Cross-functional team leadership, staff development, and interdepartmental coordinationTrusted partner to elected officials, boards, and community stakeholders in shaping policy, advancing initiatives, and ensuring effective day-to-day operations. Known for balancing technical expertise with practical, community-focused solutions.• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Missouri and South Carolina • Over 20 years of experience working in municipal and state government • Actively pursuing a Master of Public Administration (MPA) at Missouri State University • Experienced in drafting, reviewing, and advising on public policy affecting service delivery, infrastructure, and budgeting • Skilled communicator with experience presenting to councils, commissions, media, and the public • Strong record of aligning operational programs with fiscal policy, regulations, and community priorities
Experience
Assistant City Manager
Feb 2026 — Present · Beaufort, SC, US
Education
Missouri State University
Master of Public Administration - MPA
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering
1997 — 2003
Skills
- Transportation Planning
- Traffic Management
- Traffic Signal Design
- Highways
- Civil Engineering
- Synchro
- Sewer
- Drainage
- Transportation Engineering
- Traffic Simulation
- Construction
- Road Traffic
- Road
- Traffic Engineering
- Road Safety
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