Transportation Engineering Manager Construction

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 forSanta 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 VTAs 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 Eastridge to BART Regional Connector that connects light rail system to regional transit systems.

• 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.

• 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.

General Application Instructions
Please read this job announcement in its entirety before applying. We recommend printing or saving a copy for future reference.

To be considered applications must be submitted online through the Human Resources department by the posted deadline. If the job posting is listed as continuous we encourage you to apply as soon as possible as the posting may close without prior notice. Once your application is submitted you will receive an immediate email confirmation.

Personalized responses to Supplemental Questions that connect your past experiences to this specific role are the most effective. AI-generated content may lack the specificity required to address the key criteria outlined in the job description. While we encourage the use of AI as a tool to enhance your work we want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills. You may use AI to generate ideas but please ensure your final responses are in your own voice and reflect your unique experience. Overreliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish your chances of success.

Important: Only online applications will be accepted for this recruitment. We do not accept paper applications resumes Job Interest Notification Cards or incomplete/unsubmitted applications in place of a fully completed application.

Communication & Contact Information
All updates regarding your applicationincluding notices for testing and interviewswill be sent via email. Be sure to select email as your preferred method of communication and maintain a valid up-to-date email address. Applicants are also responsible for keeping their phone numbers and mailing addresses current in their online profiles.

Due to the high volume of applications we are unable to provide individual updates. Please check your application status through your online account. For technical support contact NEOGOV at Monday through Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (PST) excluding holidays.

Application Review & Processing
All current and prior relevant work experienceincluding experience with VTAmust be fully detailedin the Work Experience section of your application. Entries such as see resume are not acceptable. Incomplete or improperly completed applications may be rejected even if you meet the minimum qualifications.

While you are welcome to upload a resume it doesnot substitutefor completing the online application in full. Be sure that your application accurately reflects the education and experience necessary for the position.

Applications are reviewed throughout the recruitment process to determine whether candidates meet the minimum qualifications. Meeting these minimums or advancing through any stage does not guarantee further consideration. Any misrepresentation or falsification of qualifications experience education or training may result in disqualification and/or exclusion from future employment opportunities with VTA.

This classification is represented by American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Wages hours and other terms and conditions of employment are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement between VTA and the union.

Tentative Examinations:
Oral Panel: End of May

Conditions of Employment
Final candidates must successfully complete a Livescan background check reference checks verification of education or certifications and a criminal history review before appointment.

For sensitive positions VTA requires all safety-sensitive positions to have a 6-month DOT physical clearance. Obtained at the time of preboarding from a VTA-contracted Concentra Location.

Eligibility List
The established Eligible List from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and additional vacancies that may occur. Eligible Lists typically remainin 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.

Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodations
VTA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the recruitment and examination process. To request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at or emailat least five business days before the test.

Equal Employment Opportunity
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.