Highway Construction Principal

Lead Complex Infrastructure Projects – Join a Global Leader in Engineering Excellence

$/yr – $/yr

This role supports a major transportation infrastructure program in California, working closely with Caltrans and other agencies on complex structural elements of highway projects.

Compliance on major highway construction projects involving bridges, drainage systems, retaining walls, barriers, and other structural elements. This is a client‑facing, field‑based role where you will direct inspection teams, monitor contractor performance, and ensure that all structural work aligns with Caltrans standards, contract specifications, and safety regulations.

• Conduct in-field inspections of bridges, walls, and structural systems.
• Ensure compliance with specs, standard plans, and special provisions.
• Direct and mentor inspection staff; review and approve daily reports.
• Resolve field conflicts and support change order documentation.
• Maintain thorough project records, including quantities and as‑builts.
• Evaluate contractor materials and methods; authorize or reject work as needed.
• Collaborate with Resident Engineers and Construction Managers on site conditions and project risks.
• Review CPM schedules and recommend mitigations where needed.

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