Manager, Construction

Job Title

Under general direction of the Deputy Chief Capital Programs Officer (DCCPO), manages all activities related to the construction and maintenance of The Toll Roads.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties and/or duties that are outside the specific responsibilities that are listed.

• Provide senior and executive management support for capital programs involving the construction of roadway projects.
• Oversee construction management and construction contract administration services performed by others, including Caltrans or other public agencies.
• Monitor and manage all project costs, including Caltrans activities, TCA's Design Engineer of Record, utility relocation, right-of-way, legal, and other costs associated with construction and project closeout.
• Proactively monitor and evaluate work progress to ensure schedules are maintained and contractor invoices can be processed appropriately.
• Review, process, track Contract Change Orders (CCOs) and recommend actions to minimize cost and schedule impacts to TCA; elevate risks for resolution or through dispute resolution process, as appropriate.
• Coordinate and manage tasks performed by construction contractors working on behalf of Caltrans or TCA on The Toll Road system.
• Review and actively manage the project risk register to minimize scope changes, cost increases, and schedule delays.
• Track material submittals, Request for Information (RFIs), and responses, ensuring complete and accurate project records through completion.
• Represent the TCA in construction team meetings with consultants, contractors, and external agencies.
• Initiate and conduct issues resolution meetings and workshops as needed during construction.
• Monitor and update project budgets to ensure funding is available each Fiscal Year; prepare cash flow estimates and coordinate with TCA finance staff, as appropriate.
• Communicate project issues to DCPPO and Executive Team, as appropriate, and manage expectations with stakeholders, including project partners and the public.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control on tasks, processes, technical documents, and submittals.
• Manage and coordinate construction activities, contract obligations, and utility relocation efforts through project closeout.
• Perform contract and construction project closeout activities.

• Oversee and manage construction activities, including contractor and consulting engineer work, maintenance contracts, and other contracts with consulting firms; monitor work products, schedules, and cost to ensure services are completed on time and within budget.
• Monitor the condition of the highway facilities within and adjacent to the Toll Roads and work to resolve issues that may impact customers.
• Monitor and coordinate with Caltrans and other agencies regarding construction and maintenance activities to assess and address potential impacts to upcoming Capital Improvement Projects or Toll Roads customers.
• Represent TCA at public meetings and conferences, including delivering presentations and participating in technical panels.
• Develop or manage the preparation and review of technical reports, as well as draft and final agreements for construction projects.
• Prepare, review, and update cost and schedule estimates for Capital Improvement Projects; in some cases, develop independent cost estimates.
• Review or manage reviews of highway and related facilities designs to ensure compliance with Caltrans and applicable city, county, state, and federal standards.
• Define scope of work, oversee the preparation of RFPs and RFQs; analyze consultant proposals and task orders; and support consultant and contractor selection processes.
• Provides technical and engineering expertise for preparation of construction contracts, including alternative delivery methods.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day liaison between TCA, Caltrans, and construction contractors performing work funded by TCA.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure that construction activities alignment with budget, operational parameters, and agency messaging.
• Develop, negotiate, and execute cooperative agreements, memorandums of understanding, and other agreements with public agencies to support the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the CIP projects.

Experience and Education Required:

• Experience – 7 plus years of progressive management experience in construction delivery of capital improvement projects and/or programs. Must have a working knowledge of transportation project delivery including contract negotiations, planning, design, construction, and maintenance activities. Experience working on Caltrans highway construction projects is…