Principal Transportation Engineer, Caltrans

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the California High-Speed Rail Authority's (Authority) Director of Infrastructure Delivery, the Principal Transportation Engineer (PTE) is responsible for all activities related to contract management of Project and Construction Management (PCM) consultants and the design-builders working on the high-speed rail program. The incumbent will provide direction and strategic oversight to Authority contract managers and ensure Authority policies and procedures are adhered to consistently on Authority contracts. The Senior Contract Manager also provides direction and strategic oversight to Authority consultants and ensures that Authority policies and procedures are adhered to consistently on Authority contracts and Program Delivery functional areas.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Telework may be available for this position for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options.

Frequent travel may be required throughout the State to construction sites, and to attend Authority meetings and presentations.

While working on site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled cubicle which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. Incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and video display terminal and will be required to sit for long periods of time at a computer screen. Employee must be able to focus for long periods of time, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities and complete tasks or projects with short notice. Employees may be required to travel outside of their workstation to perform general tasks.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PRINCIPAL TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-427133

Position #(s):

311-635-3152-010

Working Title:

Senior Contract Manager

Classification:

PRINCIPAL TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

$14,527.00 - $16,501.00 Candidates who are new to California state service will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification. For classifications with alternate ranges, range placement is based on education/experience.

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Fresno County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Are you looking for a different type of state government job? Something with a little more excitement and a more fast-paced and fluid environment? How about an opportunity to be part of one of the most remarkable transportation projects in California's history? The California High-Speed Rail Authority is a small and dynamic state agency that is looking for employees who are interested in a challenging and rewarding job opportunity.

Department Website: https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/

Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. An SOQ is a narrative that describes your qualifications for this position. The SOQ must be no more than two (2) pages, single-spaced, with one-inch margins, in 12-point font, organized and numbered as reflected below. You must respond to all the following items.

• Describe your background, experience, education, and/or training that makes you the best candidate for this position.

• Describe your experience working with others in a team environment.

• Explain how you develop productive working relationships with peers and management.

• Explain your personal work style and the tools you use.

• Describe a difficult situation that you have had.

• How did you handle it?

• What was the outcome?

Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. Cover Letter, Resume, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 5/6/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA High Speed Rail Authority

Attn: Human Resources

770 L Street, Suite 620, MS 4

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CA High Speed Rail Authority

Human Resources

770 L Street, Suite 620, MS 4

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

• Statement of Qualifications -

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required to apply. Please see above "Special Requirements" section for SOQ instructions.

Cover Letter, Resume, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all levels of management and employees, external groups, and local governments.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, flexibility, judgment, and confidentiality.

• Ability to operate independently but with the judgment to know when to ask for assistance and guidance from a supervisor or colleague.

• Experience serving as a representative with various stakeholders to establish relationships and resolve or address problems/issues related to transportation projects.

• Experience planning and directing the work activities of an integrated team comprised of private and public agency staff.

• Knowledge of the transportation policies, project management concepts, design, construction, materials engineering, testing processes, financial constraints, and organizational internal and external relationships and how they pertain to transportation planning, design, and construction.

• Experience preparing technical correspondence, completing comprehensive reports, and making effective presentations.

• Experience administering a design and construction transportation program, including delivery of large-scale design-build contracts requiring extensive multi-agency coordination and cooperation.

• Experience with contract administration, management of the performance of contractors, and negotiating contract terms and conditions with contractors.

• Experience with contract administration or oversight of innovative contracting methods including design-build, DBFM, CMGC, or P3.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and calm professionalism in all situations.

Benefits

The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, a retirement pension, a telework stipend if applicable, and an array of other options.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/

Human Resources Contact:

Human Resources

(916) 669-6606

humanresources@hsr.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Office

(916) 324-1541

eeo@hsr.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

The STD. 678 is required and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

If applying via postal mail or by dropping off your application, applicants must include JC-427133 and Principal Transportation Engineer, CalTrans, 311-65-3152-010 in the 'Job Title' section of the STD. 678 to be considered for this position. Please indicate on the STD 678 your basis of eligibility in the "Explanations" field (i.e. SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, transfer, or list eligible.)

Surplus/SROA candidates must provide a copy of their surplus/SROA letter with their application. Consideration may be given to applicants on another Department's employment list, provided the criteria are met to transfer the eligibility from the employment list to the Authority's employment list. The High-Speed Rail Authority does not currently offer Training and Development opportunities at this time.

NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.

To gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin.

LOCATION

The High-Speed Rail Authority Fresno building is located in downtown Fresno at 1111 H Street. We are located within walking distance of public transportation, many restaurants, Chukchansi Park, and Courthouse Park.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.