Beaufort County Administrator Michael Moore announced recently that Frederick "Bryan" Bauer has been named Director of Engineering and John "Bradley" Harriott has been named Director of Public Works.

Raised in Beaufort, he attended Clemson Engineering where he received a degree in Civil Engineering. Mr. Bauer resides in Burton with wife, Dana, and 2-year old son, Beau.

He is a registered professional engineer in South Carolina and has been a County employee for 2.5 years, first as Transportation Construction Manager, and then as Interim Director of Engineering.

"We are thrilled to have Bryan Bauer stepping into the role of Director of Engineering," said Assistant County Administrator-Infrastructure Jared Fralix. "His commitment to quality and innovation will be invaluable as we continue to develop and maintain critical infrastructure projects across the County."

John "Bradley" Harriot is a native to Beaufort County and has spent most of his life in the Lowcountry. Before being appointed Beaufort County Public Works Director Mr. Harriott began his career with Beaufort County in the Stormwater Department as a foreman, then was promoted to Assistant Public Works Director-Operations. 

“Bryan is highly experienced and qualified and is ready to serve as the Engineering Department Director. I am excited for his opportunity to lead Engineering and continue to serve the residents of Beaufort County,” said County Administrator Michael Moore. “And Bradley has the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to lead the Public Works Department. He is an engaged leader, and I look forward to him continuing to serve the residents of Beaufort County as the Public Works Director.”