Transportation Engineer - Construction

Caltrans: California Department of Transportation; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A state transportation department in California is seeking a Transportation Engineer - Construction to oversee construction projects and ensure compliance with contract documents. This role involves managing change orders, leading projects, and may require participation in a rotation program for newly hired engineers. The successful candidate should possess a Professional Engineering License in Civil and have proven experience in construction contract administration, inspections, and conflict resolution.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administering construction contracts.
• Ability to perform inspections of construction work and materials.
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction projects ensuring compliance with contract documents.
• Proactively manage change orders and resolve conflicts.
• Participate in the mandatory Caltrans Transportation Engineer Rotation Program.

Skills

Administration of construction contracts

Compliance monitoring

Conflict resolution

Education

Professional Engineering License (Civil)

Job description

Transportation Engineer - Construction

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of a Construction Engineer, the Transportation Engineer (Construction) performs a wide variety of professional engineering work in either a field or office setting. Incumbent is directly responsible for administration of construction contracts and reviews contractor work in accordance with the Construction Manual. Incumbent reviews progress of the work to assure compliance with the contract documents. This will include progressive monitoring of materials and methods used as well as inspection of the finished products prior to acceptance. Incumbent assures appropriate measurement, payments are made as necessary, and all project documentation is completed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Incumbent is responsible to pro-actively review the contract documents to anticipate, identify, and/or prepare any change orders needed to resolve conflicts and/or recommend improvements.

PARF# 09-6-103 / JC-505502

Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Civil in-person written hurdle exam, DO NOT TAKE the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit for additional information prior to taking the online examination.

For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, please reach out to the Human Resources Contact prior to taking the online Training and Experience Evaluation. For a list of ABET accredited schools, please refer to this list of ABET programs.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility 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 search by typing in the classification title.

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Working Conditions

This is a reposting of JC-498954. If you have previously applied, you do not have to re-apply. Your application will be considered.

Position located at 500 S. Main St., Bishop, Inyo County.

This position is located in Caltrans, District 9, Bishop, California.

Telework may be eligible. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans evolving policy. In-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. 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.

The Caltrans Transportation Engineer (Civil) Rotation Program is a mandatory 24 month to 33 months rotation assignment for all permanent, full-time Transportation Engineer (Civil) employees that have completed their probationary period hired by Caltrans Districts after June 22, 2018, or an earlier date as determined by the Districts. The purpose of Rotation Program is to provide opportunities for employees and Caltrans to benefit by participating in a standardized process that systematically engages newly hired engineers. Participants will develop well-rounded project delivery knowledge, skills, and abilities by rotating through diverse project delivery functional units. Rotation includes mandatory core assignments in Design and Construction units, as well as a mandatory elective assignment. Each rotation assignment is typically between 6 to 12 months and will be based on workload needs and the employee’s goals. Assignments may involve long term travel and can be located throughout the state.

In addition to the Caltrans Transportation Engineer (Civil) Rotation Program, an incumbent may be required to go on loan to another project delivery function when there are temporary or peak staffing needs in those areas.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: Caltrans dot ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy: EEO policy information.

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: EEO policy statement.

Special Requirements

• Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not required.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.

The SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

1. Discuss experience in administering construction contracts or other equivalent experience.
2. Give examples of challenges overcome as a leader and discuss what tools you used to achieve goals.
3. How have you managed conflict constructively?

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a U.S. equivalency evaluation. Evaluation list: national associations and agencies.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes are not considered Postmark dates for timely filing.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; other eligibility may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals eligible for a Training and Development assignment may be considered for this position.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specifications.

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including STD Form 678) and applicable or required documents must be submitted to apply. Applications may be submitted electronically through CalCareer. If submitting in hard copy, include a completed copy of the application package.

Address for Mailing Application Packages

Department of Transportation, Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact, Certification Services MS-90, P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

Department of Transportation, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816, Closed on weekends and State Holidays, 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Benefits

Benefits: view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact: Laura Laurent [phone], [e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact: Natalie Jauregui [phone], [e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. For questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity, contact the Department EEO Office.

EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office [phone], [e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf.

Important Application Instructions

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered, include the Job Control number JC-505502, PARF# 09-6-103 and the title of the position on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through CalCareers are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include copies of your DEGREES/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSES, or CERTIFICATES with the State application to be considered.

Note: Do not submit the Equal Employment Opportunity questionnaire with your application materials. The packet checklist is not required to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free workplace. Applicants will be expected to comply with this objective.