Senior Transportation Engineer

2 days ago

Fremont, California, United States Department of Transportation Full time
Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Office Chief, the Senior Transportation Engineer at Caltrans oversees the duties and responsibilities associated with all phases of the project development process. This requires directing the work of an engineering staff as well as maintaining close communication and liaison between project team members, and the consultants; Division of Structures, and Headquarters functional units in order to expedite the planning and design process through early preliminary review, environmental and design studies to completion of Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E). The incumbent is responsible for directing the preparation of highway planning studies and the development of plans, specifications and estimates for a variety of transportation engineering projects. This includes assigning, scheduling, directing, and supervising work within assigned squads. Assign projects to staff and provides guidance to staff related to the proper use of design standards and project development policies and procedures. Provide guidance to ensure that high-quality transportation projects are completed. Responsible for assuring that all such projects will be developed in accordance with Caltrans project development process and in conformance with Caltrans engineering practices and standards so that the facilities are properly planned and safely designed, and can be properly constructed and maintained. This responsibility includes coordination and review of the highway planning studies and development of the plans, specifications, and estimates. Coordinate with other districts and headquarters units on matters pertaining to transportation in order to expedite project delivery. The incumbent is responsible for providing oversight of transportation engineering projects prepared by locals/consultants for compliance with Caltrans' standards and practices or assist in the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates for complex highway projects. Monitor schedule, cost, and quality of deliverables that are provided by consultant. The incumbent will serve as a member of the Project Development Team on major projects. He/she is responsible for decisions on complex technical designs and/or engineering problems, usually of a politically sensitive nature. The incumbent is assigned as an Alternate Task Manager in PRSM (Project Resource and Schedule Management) for design activities. Cooperate with Project Manager to provide resources, update schedule, and manage projects from initiation to closeout phase of the project life cycle. Identifies staffing, training, and equipment needs for the branch. Provide career development, performance measure, and recommendations for merit salary adjustment. Maintain proper time charging practices and approves staff's time reporting.

Eligibility and Requirements

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 and search by typing in the classification title.

Working Conditions

Position located in Oakland, Alameda County. While at their base of operation, employee will work in a climate-controlled office under the artificial light. Employee may be required to sit for long periods of time using a keyboard and video display terminal. Employee will also be required to periodically travel and work outdoors, and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, or temperature extremes.

Work hours will be set sometime between 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Work outside the normal hours may be required, and vacations may be restricted during peak times and fiscal year-end closing.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Special Requirements
  • A valid Professional Engineering License is required for appointment.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a State-owned or leased vehicle.

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. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.cde.ca.gov/edsc/cr/certeq.asp. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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