PRINCIPAL TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

State of California; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 14,818 - 16,831; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Division Chief for Project Management. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of project managers and engineers, ensuring the successful delivery of vital transportation projects. Your expertise in project management and transportation engineering will drive efficiency and innovation within the department. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of California's transportation system while collaborating with a diverse group of stakeholders. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community and possess the necessary leadership skills, we encourage you to apply and join this mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Valid registration as a civil, electrical, or mechanical engineer required.
• Experience in transportation engineering or managerial roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct project managers and engineers in project delivery.
• Develop and implement standards, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Transportation Engineering

Project Management

Leadership

Budget Management

Risk Management

Education

Valid Engineer Registration

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Posting: Division Chief, Project Management

Department of Transportation

JC-467153 - Division Chief, Project Management
PRINCIPAL TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Final Filing Date: 3/12/2025

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Under the general direction of the Deputy District Director (DDD) of Program/Project Management, the incumbent serves as the Division Chief for Project Management, responsible for leading and directing the work of Regional/Senior Project Managers, Office Chiefs (Supervising/Senior Transportation Engineers) and other classifications to provide program/project management and consultant services to deliver the District's capital improvement and toll bridge rehabilitation programs. The incumbent develops, establishes, and implements standards, policies and procedures; advises the DDD on District's objectives, workload, risks, resource needs and budget/allocation management; and provides leadership and coordination on project delivery with Headquarters, District divisions, other Districts and external partners and stakeholders.

Working Conditions

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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PRINCIPAL TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

PRINCIPAL TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS $14,818.00 - $16,831.00

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Alameda County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe, sustainable, integrated, and efficient transportation system to enhance California’s economy and livability.

Caltrans Vision: A performance-driven, transparent, and accountable organization that values its people, resources and partners, and meets new challenges through leadership, innovation, and teamwork.

Caltrans Director’s EEO Policy and EEO Policy Statement:

Email will be the primary form of communication for this position. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

Special Requirements

Pursuant to California Code of Regulations § 549.90, this position will be filled via the California Department of Transportation Managerial Selection Program (MSP) process.

This process provides for examination and job-selection specific to each position and consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the classification.

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a civil, electrical, or mechanical engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Either I

Experience: One year of transportation engineering experience as a Supervising level engineer in the California state service; or four years of transportation engineering experience as a Senior level engineer.

Or II

Experience: One year of managerial experience in the California state service equivalent in level to a Supervising Transportation Planner, or four years of supervisory or managerial experience equivalent in level to a Senior Transportation Planner.

Experience: Two years of civil engineering work at the Associate engineer level or higher in the California state service.

Or III

Experience: Broad and extensive (more than five years) transportation engineering experience equivalent in responsibility to a Senior or higher level engineer in the California state service.

Examination Information

This examination will utilize an evaluation of each candidate’s experience and education (E&E) compared to a standard developed from the Class Specification. For this reason, it is especially important that each candidate take special care in accurately and completely filling out his or her State application (STD. 678). List all experience relevant to the “Minimum Qualifications”.

This examination will not establish a civil service list; therefore, candidates will not have the ability to transfer their eligibility to other departments. Candidates will be notified of their examination results.

Note: If using Out of Class (OOC) experience, you must submit a copy of your signed and approved OOC documentation. Failure to do so may result in your OOC experience not being considered during the evaluation process of this examination.

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