Rancho Water Promotes Water Industry Leader Dan Ruiz to Assistant General Manager by Rancho Water Mar 25, 2025 Member Submitted News TEMECULA – Rancho California Water District (Rancho Water/District) is pleased to announce the promotion of Dan Ruiz, P.E., as its new Assistant General Manager – Engineering and Operations. With a distinguished career spanning nearly two decades in the public water sector and over a decade in the private engineering field, Ruiz brings extensive experience and proven leadership to his new role at Rancho Water. Ruiz has served at Rancho Water since January 2023, as the Director of Engineering and then Senior Director of Engineering. During his time at the District, he has overseen the planning, design, and execution of Rancho Water’s capital improvement program and multiple maintenance projects. Under his leadership, the Engineering Department has prioritized critical infrastructure initiatives, including the new Vail Dam, the Upper Valle de Los Caballos pump station, and well drilling projects. He has also streamlined engineering consultant procurement and enhanced collaboration across departments to improve efficiency and project execution. “Dan has been an integral part of our team, demonstrating outstanding leadership, technical expertise, and a deep commitment to Rancho Water’s mission. In this expanded role, Dan will oversee critical infrastructure projects, operational enhancements, and strategic initiatives to help drive our continued success. His dedication and expertise will be invaluable as we navigate future challenges and opportunities,” said Jason Martin, General Manager of Rancho Water. “His ability to drive strategic initiatives, secure funding, and collaborate with key stakeholders will be instrumental as we continue to enhance water reliability and sustainability for our customers.” Prior to joining Rancho Water, Ruiz served as Engineering Manager at Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD), where he managed domestic water infrastructure programs and secured significant state and federal grant funding for critical projects. His expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, and construction oversight has contributed to the successful execution of large-scale capital improvement initiatives throughout his career. He also has extensive experience in the private sector, having held leadership roles at firms where he managed engineering, planning, and environmental teams. “I am honored to step into this role and continue working with Rancho Water’s talented team to advance critical projects that support our community’s water needs,” said Ruiz. “I look forward to building on our successes and ensuring the long-term reliability and efficiency of our water system.” Ruiz holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from California State University, Fullerton, and is a licensed Professional Civil Engineer in California. For more information about Rancho Water and its executive team, visit RanchoWater.com.
