Deputy Project Manager

Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s (Authority) Supervising Transportation Engineer (Sup TE), the Senior Transportation Engineer (Sr TE) serves as the Deputy Project Manager for various planning, design, and construction projects including but not limited to civil works, stations, infrastructure engineering, rail engineering, facilities, and track and systems. The Deputy Project Manager is responsible for day-to-day management of all activities related to project and engineering management, deliverables management, and delivery of assigned projects. The incumbent works with the Sup TE to deliver and meet the goals and objectives of the assigned high-speed rail (HSR) projects. The Deputy Project Manager performs difficult and complex engineering work relating to specialized projects, planning, and operations of transportation systems and provides technical oversight of consultants and project team. The Deputy Project Manager also ensures that assigned contracts and agreements are administered and managed in accordance with the applicable policies and procedures of the Authority, the State Contracting Manual (SCM), the California Government Code (GC), and all relevant federal and State of California laws, regulations, and contract provisions, and coordinates closely with other contract administration and management staff.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Part-time telework is 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. While working on-site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled area which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. The incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and keyboard, 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. Employee must develop and maintain cooperative working relationships and display professionalism and respect for others in all contact opportunities. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS Additional Documents
• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement 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. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey. Completing this survey is not required to be considered for this vacancy. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HCM6SCC Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. For additional information please visit https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

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https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/ Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Engineering License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. .

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:

• Well-rounded knowledge of project development, specifications, design, construction, and maintenance techniques for engineering and construction of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of state contracting procedures, reviewing invoices, performance monitoring of contracts/contractors such as professional services, construction, and maintenance agreements.
• Ability to negotiate, analyze, and prepare agreements with the consultants or other public entities.
• Experience in design and construction procedures including design-build and other alternative delivery processes for transportation projects.
• Excellent communication and negotiating skills, both written and oral, and the ability to work cooperatively with stakeholders, other governmental agencies, and individual citizens. Ability to create and deliver presentations to project teams, coworkers, and executive management.
• Strong knowledge and ability to perform office applications, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, take minutes at meetings, and prepare meeting calendars.
• Ability to analyze and develop solutions for difficult and technical problems, preferably relating to HSR projects.
• Experience managing risk identification, risk tracking, and risk mitigation.
• Experience with design and civil engineering on transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience with construction on transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience with project development and delivery, project management of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience reviewing invoices & progress reports, tracking progress and monitoring performance of contracts/contractors.
• Experience in analyzing, negotiating and preparing agreements.
• Experience in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, project delivery functional units, Third Party stakeholders and agencies.
• Experience of managing and administering architectural and engineering consultant contracts in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, State Contracting Manual, CA Gov Code.
• Experience in design and construction procedures including design-build and other alternative delivery processes, for transportation projects.

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. 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. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed. If applying via postal mail or by dropping off your application, applicants must include JC- 535976, and Deputy Project Manager, and 311-646-3161-002 and 311-646-3161-009 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. Training and Development assignments are not being considered 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 headquarters building is located in downtown Sacramento on the corner of 8th and L Street. We are located one block away from the 8th and Capitol light rail stop, as well as the 7th and Capitol light rail stop. The building is also within walking distance of DOCO, the California State Capitol Park, a farmer’s market during summer months, and Old Sacramento.