Senior Transportation Engineer (JC-532239)

Caltrans; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans in California is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer, Delivery Improvement Manager, to lead statewide project delivery initiatives and represent HQ on cross-cutting teams and external associations. You will plan and facilitate quarterly Statewide Project Management Board meetings, coordinate with divisions and districts, and ensure compliance with FHWA policies and SB1 Baseline efforts.

This role emphasizes collaboration, process improvement, and equitable stakeholder engagement

Job description

Classification: Senior Transportation Engineer

Working Title: Delivery Improvement Manager

Apply by: 9/25/2026

\"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career.\"

About the Position:

Under the general direction of the Chief of the Office of Delivery Improvement & Agreements (ODIA), a Supervising Transportation Engineer, the incumbent will lead Caltrans’ engagement with AASHTO and WASHTO and will serve as a subject matter expert on initiatives vital to Caltrans’ mission. The incumbent will plan, develop, and facilitate quarterly Statewide Project Management Board meetings, fostering effective collaboration across divisions and districts with a primary focus on the Division of Project Management. In addition, the incumbent will serve as the subject matter expert on FHWA policies and procedures related to project delivery, including the Stewardship and Oversight Agreement.

The incumbent will represent Headquarters Project Management on the statewide Community Engagement Committee, advancing Caltrans’ commitment to early, continuous, and equitable engagement as a core principle of project delivery. The incumbent will review and provide input on SB 1 Baseline Agreement packages and proposed legislative bills on behalf of the Division of Project Management.

The incumbent will lead or contribute to teams responsible for identifying and implementing improvements to project delivery. The incumbent will assemble cross functional teams of content experts, stakeholders, and sponsors to analyze gaps or challenges and propose implementable solutions. Responsibilities will include maintaining records and developing new processes, guidelines, and policies that support improved project delivery. The incumbent will ensure these processes and policies comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and departmental requirements.