Caltrans
Contract Manager (Senior Bridge Engineer)
Location: Sacramento County. Telework: Hybrid. Job Type: Permanent, Full Time.
Base pay range: $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 A.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details Job Code #: JC-502885
Position #: 559-150-3185-009
Working Title: Contract Manager
Classification: SENIOR BRIDGE ENGINEER
Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information: Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov. Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity. Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity.
Job Description And Duties The Division of Engineering Services (DES), Program/Project Management and Office Engineer (PPM&OE), is recruiting to fill a Senior Bridge Engineer (Sr BE) (Specialist) position located in Sacramento. Under direction from the Chief, Office of Project Delivery & Structures Contract Management, the Contract Manager, a Sr BE (Specialist) is the authorized representative of the State of California responsible for procuring, administering structure contracts, and monitoring the consultant’s performance to ensure compliance with all contract provisions and to ensure the efficient use of state funds to produce the maximum value for our tax dollars. May also consider filling vacancy with a Sr TE (Specialist). Please refer to JC-502882 for the Sr TE (Specialist) advertisement.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Bridge Engineer exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
Special Requirements
This position requires a valid Professional …License issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers for appointment.
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below.
Describe how your experience and expertise are aligned with the role and responsibilities stated in the position duty statement.
Describe your experience in interpreting and implementing policies and procedures with examples.
Provide examples of where you used communication and negotiation skills to manage conflicts.
Demonstrated experience in budget management with examples on how data analytics was effectively used to manage programs/ projects/ contracts. (SOQ must be typed and no more than 2 pages, single-spaced, using 12-point font. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.)
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 1/7/2026.
Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). Applications must support the statement of qualifications and meet all required qualifications.
How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Hard copy application packages may also be submitted by mail to:
Department of Transportation, Caltrans DHR Contact, P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816-8036. \>Drop-Off Address: Caltrans DHR Contact, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816.
Required Application Package Documents: Current state examination application or equivalent; resume (optional); Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
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Base pay range: $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 A.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details Job Code #: JC-502885
Position #: 559-150-3185-009
Working Title: Contract Manager
Classification: SENIOR BRIDGE ENGINEER
Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information: Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov. Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity. Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity.
Job Description And Duties The Division of Engineering Services (DES), Program/Project Management and Office Engineer (PPM&OE), is recruiting to fill a Senior Bridge Engineer (Sr BE) (Specialist) position located in Sacramento. Under direction from the Chief, Office of Project Delivery & Structures Contract Management, the Contract Manager, a Sr BE (Specialist) is the authorized representative of the State of California responsible for procuring, administering structure contracts, and monitoring the consultant’s performance to ensure compliance with all contract provisions and to ensure the efficient use of state funds to produce the maximum value for our tax dollars. May also consider filling vacancy with a Sr TE (Specialist). Please refer to JC-502882 for the Sr TE (Specialist) advertisement.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Bridge Engineer exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
Special Requirements
This position requires a valid Professional …License issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers for appointment.
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below.
Describe how your experience and expertise are aligned with the role and responsibilities stated in the position duty statement.
Describe your experience in interpreting and implementing policies and procedures with examples.
Provide examples of where you used communication and negotiation skills to manage conflicts.
Demonstrated experience in budget management with examples on how data analytics was effectively used to manage programs/ projects/ contracts. (SOQ must be typed and no more than 2 pages, single-spaced, using 12-point font. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.)
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 1/7/2026.
Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). Applications must support the statement of qualifications and meet all required qualifications.
How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Hard copy application packages may also be submitted by mail to:
Department of Transportation, Caltrans DHR Contact, P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816-8036. \>Drop-Off Address: Caltrans DHR Contact, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816.
Required Application Package Documents: Current state examination application or equivalent; resume (optional); Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
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