St. Helens Welcomes New Public Works Director

Professional photo of Mouhamad Zaher outdoors with trees and river in background

In November 2020, the City of St. Helens welcomed Mouhamad Zaher as the City’s new Public Works Director.

Mouhamad graduated from Portland State University with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and an M.S. in Engineering & Technology Management. With over 10 years of combined experience from the private and public sectors, Mouhamad has in-depth experience overseeing all phases of multi-million-dollar projects, including infrastructure, commercial facilities, semiconductor, civil and construction engineering, and enterprise technology projects.

Other highlights of his work include public works, project management, site improvements, transit systems, transportation engineering, and tenant improvement projects of both occupied and unoccupied spaces.

Outside of work, Mouhamad enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his family. He enjoys the beauty and nature of the Pacific Northwest.