Senior Right-of-Way Engineering Branch Chief

Caltrans: California Department of Transportation; Florida; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans: California Department of Transportation is seeking a Branch Chief, R/W Engineering in Santa Ana to lead a team of Professional Land Surveyors in right‑of‑way engineering. You will manage resources, coordinate with stakeholders, and represent the District RW Engineering Office in statewide meetings.

The role requires a California Land Surveyor license or qualified engineer, plus a valid California driver’s license, and may involve travel and outdoor work.

Qualifications

• Supervise professional land surveyor staff delivering RW engineering projects.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
• Represent the RW Engineering Office in statewide meetings and discussions.
• Assess resources and adapt to meet project deadlines and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of Professional Land Surveyors performing RW Engineering functions.
• Manage resources and coordinate with stakeholders; represent the district in statewide meetings.
• Act as liaison with other units and agencies; ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Travel may be required; telework may be available at department discretion.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Communication

Liaison with agencies

Education

California Professional Land Surveyor License

California driver’s license

Job description

Caltrans: California Department of Transportation is seeking a Branch Chief, R/W Engineering in Santa Ana to lead a team of Professional Land Surveyors in right‑of‑way engineering. You will manage resources, coordinate with stakeholders, and represent the District RW Engineering Office in statewide meetings.

The role requires a California Land Surveyor license or qualified engineer, plus a valid California driver’s license, and may involve travel and outdoor work.