E-Construction Support Branch Chief

Job Posting: e-Construction Support Branch Chief

Department of Transportation – California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)

Classification: Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans (JC‑508183)

Salary: $11,437.00 – $14,315.00 per month (New to State candidates hired at minimum salary of classification or minimum of alternate range)

Under the general direction of the Chief, Office of Performance and Innovation (Supervising Transportation Engineer), the incumbent leads innovation for Caltrans’ e‑Construction and digital delivery efforts. The role supervises staff who develop and support enterprise construction contract management systems, including Contract Administration System, Internet Extra Work Bill System, Electronic Weekly Statement of Working Days, and data visualization and reporting tools. The incumbent also leads the development of policies and procedures supporting e‑Construction through coordination with districts and other divisions, manages statewide payments to contractors, establishes and publishes equipment rental rates, and handles internal and external requests for data and information.

• Lead and supervise staff in the development and support of enterprise construction contract management systems.
• Develop policies and procedures that support e‑Construction initiatives in collaboration with districts and other Caltrans divisions.
• Manage statewide contractor payments and establish equipment rental rates.
• Coordinate internal and external requests for data and information.
• Oversee the implementation of digital delivery tools, including BIM platforms and data visualization systems.
• Ensure compliance with Caltrans, state, and federal regulations and best practices.
• Support telework arrangements as allowed by Caltrans policy and report to headquarters as needed.
• Travel may be required; reimbursement will be provided per CalHR regulations.

• Valid California driver’s license for operating state‑owned or leased vehicles.
• Eligible for hire based on the Senior Transportation Engineer exam score or state examination list status.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local construction procurement and contract management processes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and implementing digital delivery tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear, concise written documents.
• Experience with SOQ (Statement of Qualifications) submission and formatting requirements.
• Valid transcript or diploma supporting education requirements for exam eligibility.

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

Location:

1120 N St, Sacramento, CA. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Telework is possible at the discretion of Caltrans and may be required on short notice.

All application documents must be received or postmarked by Final Filing Date: 2/24/2026 to be considered.

Submit electronically through your Cal Careers Account at  or by mail, drop‑off, or fax as outlined below.

• Mandatory documents: state examination application (STD 678), resume (optional), Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), and any required transcripts or certificates.
• No attachments of the EEO questionnaire page 5 are allowed with the application.
• Include a copy of your California driver’s license and any relevant certifications.

Mailing Address: Department of Transportation N/A Attn:
Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services MS-90 P.O. Box 168026 Sacramento, CA

Drop‑Off Address: Department of Transportation Drop‑Off Address Caltrans DHR Contact 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

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process should request accommodations at the time of interview scheduling. Direct any accommodation or EEO questions to the EEO Office listed below.

Human Resources Contact: available to answer application process questions.

Hiring Unit Contact: available to answer position‑specific questions.

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