Under the general direction of the Supervising Transportation Engineer, Caltrans (Design District Division Chief), the Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans functions as a Senior Design Manager responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing the design and delivery of transportation projects. This role manages and monitors project scope, schedule, budget, and quality, ensures compliance with design standards, policies, and project development processes and procedures, and supervises a team of engineering staff. In addition, the incumbent may serve as a Task Manager for specific design activities, a Project Manager for various types of projects, and a Contract Manager for consultant contracts.
PARF# 11-6-260 / JC-504319
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
The incumbent primarily works in a climate‑controlled office environment under artificial lighting. Multi‑floor buildings are equipped with elevators and stairs for accessibility. The incumbent may also be required to work outdoors and may be exposed to dirt, loud noise, uneven surfaces, and severe weather conditions. The incumbent must remain vigilant and adhere to established field safety procedures to mitigate risks when working in the field.
- This position requires possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is required to operate a state‑owned or leased vehicle.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12‑point Arial font.
- Describe your supervisor & leadership experience and skills, and how they helped you achieve your goals.
- Describe your relevant qualifications and experience for the Senior Design Manager duties and responsibilities.
- Describe what effective communication means to you and how you achieve this, including the tools you use.
- Demonstrated ability to develop networks, build internal and external partnerships, including other District personnel and Headquarters.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org/. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
