Department of Transportation
Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of a Supervising Transportation Engineer, the Senior Transportation Engineer performs as a Design Manager (DM) and Task Manager (TM) for design activities. The incumbent may also serve as a dual hat Project Manager (PM) on some types of projects and oversight consultant contracts. The incumbent will be responsible for the management of project delivery tasks and coordination with all District functions, Headquarters Structure Design, District and Central Region Engineering Services, Legal Department, and local agencies. The incumbent shall monitor and control all tasks closely to ensure timely delivery. Registration as a Professional Engineer is required for this position.
Directs and supervises design staff in the preparation of project Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E), Project Reports, Project Initiation Documents, Design Exception Fact Sheets and other technical studies and documents for transportation projects. Assigns projects/tasks to staff; and negotiates, prepares, and maintains work agreements/plans with Project and Functional Managers for establishing the project budget and schedule for design activities. Provides guidance to staff related to the proper use of design standards, policies, procedures and practices to develop a high-quality project; as well as proper time charging and accountability for meeting project schedules and budgets.
Special Requirements
- Must possess a valid Professional Engineer's License.
- Statement of qualifications (SOQ) required. Failure to submit a SOQ will disqualify candidates from hiring process.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the final filing date.
Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected.
How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted. Applications may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account or by mail or drop‑off at the addresses provided.
Desirable Qualifications
Must have thorough knowledge of all phases of the project development process, from initiation to environmental, design, right of way, construction and close‑out; funding and budgeting; and principles and techniques of project development. Ability to coordinate, negotiate, and communicate with District functions, Headquarters Structure Design, Central Region Engineering Services, Legal Department, and local agencies. Ability to lead and supervise design staff.
Benefits
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Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Meg White, (279) 234-2243, meg.white@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact: Veronica Scribner, (559) 401-9643, veronica.scribner@dot.ca.gov
EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
