Salary: $167,268.92 - $203,336.12 Annually
Location : CA 95134-1927, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 1780_Jan2025_KW
Department: Engineering & Program Delivery
Division: EPD Programwide
Opening Date: 01/10/2025
Closing Date: 1/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Job DescriptionIdeal Candidate Statement for Transportation Engineering Manager:VTA's Engineering and Program Delivery Division is looking for a candidate with significant experience in capital project delivery. This position will guide, mentor and inspire a team that supports delivery of capital projects with regards to environmental engineering, utilities and permits.
DefinitionUnder general direction, the Transportation Engineering Manager manages staff engaged in a variety of activities, such as the planning and design of transportation systems and facilities, administering large capital budgets, including supervising consultant services; and performs managerial and administrative duties.
Distinguishing CharacteristicsA position in this classification has direct responsibility for project management and development of VTA projects. This position supervises VTA and consultant staff including mentoring and advising staff, administers large project budgets, and is responsible for projects that range widely in level of complexity, involving management of VTA staff and multiple professional planning, engineering and/or architectural agreements.
About the Engineering Division This division is responsible for the design and construction of all capital projects and infrastructure required to provide a safe, reliable and efficient transportation system for Santa Clara County. These responsibilities include program and project management, design development, engineering management, project controls, construction management and turnover of various projects that are part of VTA's rail, facilities and highway transportation improvement programs.
This division is also responsible for the implementation of the projects identified in the 2000 Measure A Program, which includes the planning, design, and construction of the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART Silicon Valley) Project. This project will extend the BART regional heavy rail system to Milpitas, San Jose and Santa Clara. Click here for the Divisional Organization Chart.
About VTAThe Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority employs more than 2,000 people dedicated to providing solutions that move Silicon Valley. Unique among transportation organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area, VTA is Santa Clara County's authority for transit development and operations (light rail and bus), congestion management, transportation-related funding, highway design and construction, real estate and transit-oriented development, and bicycle and pedestrian planning. With local, state, and federal partners, VTA works to innovate the way Silicon Valley moves and provide mobility solutions for all.
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is an independent special district that provides sustainable, accessible, community-focused, innovative, and environmentally responsible transportation options promoting the region's vitality. VTA provides bus, light rail, and paratransit services and participates as a funding partner in regional rail services, including Caltrain, Capital Corridor, and the Altamont Corridor Express.
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Classification Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
Application Deadline: Application will close 1/24/2025 11:59 PM
Essential Job FunctionsTypical Tasks - Plans, organizes, and directs the work of professional and technical employees involved with the planning, design, construction, and support of activation of transportation systems including guideways, roadways, systems elements, and other transit facilities;
- Mentors and advises subordinate engineers in the area of career development, rotating section assignments, monitoring training, and related professional growth opportunities;
- Supervises the preparation of resolutions, agreements, and other legal documents and the coordination of legal assistance;
- Confers with staff to establish procedures and design standards and assures that the quality of work performed and professional standards are maintained; and reports to management regarding problems or any necessary process improvements;
- Provides final review of plans, specifications, reports, and other documents prepared by subordinates or outside parties;
- Prepares, reviews, and approves detailed correspondence, reports, and agreements;Confers with VTA management and others in matters pertaining the Division's business plan and other issues;
- Confers with VTA management and others in matters pertaining to the Division's business plan and other issues;
- Administers contracts and approves VTA payments for projects capital costs to consultants;
- Assists in the preparation of divisional budgets;
- Represents VTA before the Board of Directors, California Public Utilities Commission, city councils and other State, Federal, local and regional agencies, boards, and commissions, and before local citizens in public meetings and hearings;
- Coordinates technical information exchanges with officials of other governmental jurisdictions, other transportation facility specialists, and the public;
- Represents VTA in planning, design, construction, and operations related legal and financial issues, contractual matters, and related issues;
- Manages and/or coordinates with various committees and working groups;
- Performs related duties as required.
Minimum QualificationsEmployment StandardsDevelopment of the required skills, knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through training and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in engineering
and six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in engineering with experience with transportation systems or projects, including at least one year of experience at the Senior Transportation Engineer or comparable level for a transportation agency, public works department, public agency or similar organization.
Registration as a professional engineer or professional architect in the State of California is required at the time of appointment.
Supplemental InformationKnowledge of:- The methods, materials, and equipment used in the design, construction, and operation of transportation systems and facilities, and other public works projects;
- Transportation planning principles and the design and operation of transportation systems;
- Principles and practices of engineering (within specialty engineering area);
- Principles and practices of organization, administration, and budget management;
- Principles of supervision, training, employee development and motivation and effective discipline;
- Principles and practices of project management, contract administration, contract negotiations, and engineering/architectural design management;
- Construction claim avoidance and claim resolution techniques;
- Laws, ordinances and standards for public works or transit facilities construction;
- Local, regional, State and Federal funding programs and processes;
- Quality control/quality assurance practices in the design and construction industry.
Ability to:- Plan, direct, select, supervise, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of professional and technical personnel, including counseling and disciplining staff, meeting with union representatives, and other management activities;
- Evaluate and monitor consultant performance;
- Make accurate engineering computations;
- Establish and maintain effective organizational structures;
- Direct an integrated team of VTA employees and consultants in the development of transit design projects, and oversee project quality;
- Negotiate contractual agreements with other agencies, utilities, consultants and contractors;
- Prepare and manage budgets and schedules;
- Interpret and enforce laws and ordinances;
- Effectively represent VTA before the Board of Directors, city councils and other Federal, State, local and regional agencies, boards, and commissions, and before local citizens in public meetings and hearings;
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing in the preparation of correspondence and reports;
- Take initiative, define problem areas and evaluate, recommend and implement alternative solutions to complex issues and problems, including engineering/architectural problems;
- Manage one or more of the following capital project phases: development phase, design phase, construction phase, and/or project close-out phase;
- Establish cooperative relations with staff, consultants and contractors, technical committees, community organizations, representatives of Federal, State, regional and city agencies, and the general public.
What's in it for You?Health: VTA participates in a CalPERS-sponsored medical plan with VTA contribution to employee and dependent premium health insurance premiums. Employees pay a monthly contribution of any amount in excess of the Kaiser Bay Area Family rate.
Flex Spending Account: $300 employer-funded Health FSA for eligible employees
Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Leave: 17 days of vacation (accrued), 80 Hours of sick time (accrued), 12 paid holidays per year, and 1 floating holiday per year.
Retirement:
- Participation in CalPERS
- Classic Members: 2%@55
- PEPRA Members: 2%@62
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (voluntary)
- 457 pre-tax
- 457 Roth
- Self-directed brokerage account option for qualifying employees
- Retiree medical coverage for eligible employees with VTA contributions to the retiree's medical premium
Additional perks:
- All active full-time employees and their eligible dependents are eligible for transit passes for use over VTA lines, including VTA Paratransit services.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to each employee, eligible dependent, and household member, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Fund
- Wellness Programs
As we continue to implement our VTA Forward Plan, we aim to strengthen and increase our workforce to take on future opportunities and challenges by elevating our people and our services.
For more information about our VTA Forward Plan, visit: https://www.vta.org/VTAForward
General InstructionsPlease read this entire job announcement before applying for the position. Print and keep a copy of this announcement so that you can refer to it. Questions not answered within this job announcement may be sent to personnel@vta.org.
To ensure consideration, completed applications must be submitted online to the Human Resources department by the stated closing time and date posted. When the stated closing date is "continuous," apply immediately; the position may close without notice. You will receive an immediate email confirming receipt of your submitted application. If you do not receive this email, contact NEOGOV's Applicant Assistance Line at (855) 524-5627 between 8:00AM to 5:00PM (PST) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Only on-line applications will be accepted for this recruitment (paper applications or resumes will not be accepted). Job Interest Notification Cards, or copies of previous, partial, or un-submitted applications, are not an acceptable substitute to a completed application.
ALL APPLICATION AND TESTING NOTIFICATIONS WILL BE SENT BY E-MAIL. Applicants should select e-mail as the preferred method of notification. Candidates must maintain an up-to-date, valid and reliable e-mail address. Candidates are also responsible for maintaining up-to-date phone numbers and addresses on their on-line account. Due to the number of applications received, candidates must check their application status through their on-line account. Contact NeoGov for assistance if needed.
Information on how to apply for jobs at the VTA is available on the VTA Employment website and from the NEOGOV's Applicant Assistance Line (855) 524-5627. NeoGov Applicant support is available from 8:00AM to 5:00PM (PST) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Americans with Disabilities Act AccommodationsThe Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you wish to request an accommodation, call the Human Resources Department at (408) 321-5575 or email at Personnel@vta.org.
Application Processing InformationAll related current and past work experience (including VTA experience) must be listed and fully described in the Work Experience section of the application ("See Resume" is not acceptable). Incomplete or improperly completed online applications may be rejected even if you are qualified for the position for which you are applying. It is your responsibility to ensure that the online application reflects the work experience and education needed to meet the requirements for the position you are applying for. Although your resume may have all your experience and education details, please make sure to complete each section of the online application to ensure that your information is accurately captured during our screening process.
All applications are subject to review as to meeting minimum qualifications at any point in the recruitment process. Passing any step is no guarantee of continuation if it is determined that the applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the class specification.
Candidates found to have exaggerated/falsified their qualifications, experience, training, and/or education may be disqualified at any point in the recruitment process and may be denied future employment with the VTA.
If selected for the position, candidates will be required to complete a criminal conviction disclosure form. Candidates who successfully become VTA employees, and fail to disclose any of the criminal background information as required may be subject to discipline up to and including discharge.
Eligible Lists typically remain in effect for six (6) months. However, Human Resources may abolish Eligible Lists at any time during the six (6) month period. Human Resources may extend eligible Lists for up to two (2) years. Eligible Lists may be used for more than one recruitment. If you have questions related to an Eligible List you might be on or were on, you should contact Human Resources.
If you have questions regarding your status as an applicant for this position, please call the Human Resources Department at (408) 321-5575 or email at Personnel@vta.org.
VTA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or religious needs, absent undue hardship.
VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, national, origin, immigration status, political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, medical condition, disabled veteran or veteran status, etc.
VTA offers a generous benefit package including: vision care, a choice of health plans, dental coverage, an employee assistance program, life insurance, and liberal holiday, vacation, and sick leave. A credit union and deferred compensation are also available to employees at their option. Detailed information on VTA's benefits may be found here:
As defined by the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA):
- Classic Members' retirement benefit formula is 2% @55.
- New Members' retirement benefit formula is 2% @62.
All
Classic AFSCME, SEIU, TAEA, and Non-Rep employees hired on or after 01/09/2012 pay 7.0% of salary toward the required employee contribution to PERS.
All
New/PEPRA AFSCME, SEIU, TAEA, and Non-Rep employees pay 8.0% of salary toward the required employee contribution to PERS.
Social Security taxes will be deducted from each employee's bi-weekly salary.
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This position will be responsible for managing various groups such as the Utilities group and the Environmental Engineering group, that support delivery of capital projects from planning through engineering and construction. What specific experience do you have in managing such activities? Please provide examples of projects and your specific roles and responsibilities.
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Describe your style of management that would ensure your team is productive and happy. Discuss some of the techniques you would use to ensure optimum productivity and job satisfaction. What is you experience in supervising, mentoring or coaching staff?
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Describe your experience in right of way coordination as it pertains to utility relocation. and in dealing with utility companies. Explain your experience in managing potential site contaminants, methods for mitigation and disposal of contaminants and hazardous materials.
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VTA serves several roles like congestion management agency for the county, transit service operator for the county, and development and implementation of highway, transit, and transit facility projects. Briefly describe your view of how these roles affect one another and how your experience can help VTA as an Agency in this position.
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