Salary : $171,503.00 - $257,255.00 Annually
Location : San Carlos, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-00230
Division: Rail
Department: Caltrain Modernization
Opening Date: 06/22/2025
Closing Date: 6/22/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

General
The Director, Infrastructure Delivery reports to the Chief Officer, CalMod, and is responsible for all infrastructure delivery of Caltrain Modernization Program for the PCJPB (Caltrain).

Essential Functions & Duties

• Direct, oversee, and have ultimate responsibility for delivery of all infrastructure related projects for Caltrain Modernization Program, including direct management of Caltrain staff and consultants involved in design, construction, utilities, real estate, local jurisdiction agencies, third parties and close out to achieve the mission of the CalMod.
• Responsible for the Integrated Project Delivery Team (IPDT) for CalMod projects including the Portal Project (DTX). Manage delivery of all infrastructure from planning, design, procurement, construction and testing which include technical contract management, change order control, budget and schedule management, value engineering and construction management.
• Perform as the Liaison between Caltrain Portal Delivery team and Rail Capital Projects to address Portal infrastructure interfaces and integration issues.

• Participate in all procurement efforts associated with all infrastructure work including 4th King Yard, 4th &Townsend Station, Portal Tunnel, Utilities relocation. Manage Caltrain technical subject experts for review of RFPs and proposal evaluations.
• Responsible for coordinating among TJPA/Caltrain joint delivery team, Portal IPDT contractors, Rail Planning, Rail Engineering, Rail operations & maintenance for delivery of the Portal.
• Support Blended system technical working group and blended system implementation
• Supervise staff. Hire, mentor and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action. Ensure EEO policies and procedures are followed. Participate in selection of staff. Coordinate staff training and professional development. Establish performance objectives. Monitor and evaluate employee performance.

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Provide directions to the IPDT staff, consultants and contractors and maintain technical specifications for consultants and contractors.
• Synchronize CalMod project delivery with other rail capital project implementation with Rail capital delivery departments and divisions.
• Manage and address project construction track access, Site-Specific Work Plan (SSWP), 25kV isolation for infrastructure construction.
• Support Project Director on delivery strategy, program master schedule development and project progress reporting for regulatory agencies and all stakeholders.
• Responsible for third parties' coordination, permitting, third party agreements in support of Portal delivery.
• Provide daily directions and guidance to technical leads, subject experts, office engineers, field engineers and construction management staff and inspectors.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one's self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Bachelor's degree in transportation, planning, engineering, construction management or related field.
• Seven (7) years of full-time professional experience working on capital projects (electrified rail projects experience preferred), land use planning, and/or related activities.
• Three (3) years management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• California Professional Engineering License and/or PMP certification are desirable.
• A valid California Drivers' license is required and a safe driving record.
• Five or more years of experience with electrification, integration, and implementation.
• Experience with environmental clearance and permitting requirements.
• Exceptional business acumen

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions. Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.
How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Below is a summary of the comprehensive benefits provided to District full-time employees:

Health and Welfare Benefits:

• Healthcare Benefits -District employees are offered a choice of healthcare providers under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program. The District will contribute ninety (90) percent towards monthly premiums for full-time employees. Fifty (50) percent for part-time employees.
  
• Free Dental and Vision Benefits provided - Employer Covers Premiums
  
• Free Employee Assistance Benefit - Employees are entitled to 5 face-to-face sessions or telephonic or web-video consultations for problem-solving support per incident, per calendar year.

• Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified Health or Dependent Care expenses.

Retirement Medical Benefits:

• Long Term Disability Insurance - After 90 days of total disability, Administrative full-time employees are eligible for 60% of monthly income covered by the District.
  
• Health and Wellness - Gyms located at most work locations and discounted Weight Watcher Membership Option.

Holidays and Paid Time Off:

• Paid Time Off - Newly hired employees accrue 6.5 hours bi-weekly when hired (if Exempt 8.25 hours). As you move up in years of service credit, the rate of the amount of PTO accrued will also increase.
  
• Paid Holidays - The District provides seven paid holidays throughout the year - New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
  
• Floating Holidays - District employees can earn up to five (5) floating holidays.

Financial Planning Benefits:

• Pension Benefits through CalPERS -You must have a minimum of 5 years of service to be eligible for this pension.

• CalPERS PEPRA vs. Classic - All employees hired on, or after January 1, 2013, are considered PEPRA members and will contribute 8% of their salary up to the maximum IRS cut-off. All Classic members will contribute 6%
  
• Deferred Compensation Options - Select to contribute to one or both of our Tax Deferred Compensation Options
  
• Reliance Standard Life Insurance with 100% premium paid by the District - 1 times annual salary of employee - max $200,000
  
• Optional Life Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible family members.

Growth and Education Benefits:

• Professional Development - Access to LinkedIn Learning and San Mateo County's professional training. District Tuition Reimbursement Program - A maximum of $5,250 per year for courses related to your job or career goals with the District.
  
• Computer Loan Program - Interest-free two-year loan with a maximum amount of $2,000.

Other Amazing Benefits:

• Credit Union - Employees and family members are eligible to join the San Mateo Credit Union and Patelco Credit Union.
  
• Employee Clean Commute (ECC) - Car/Van poolers and Public Transit riders receive a monthly reimbursement.
  
• Commuter Benefits - Free Employee Parking; Free Bus Pass for employee as well as children/spouse; Clipper Card/Go Pass Program for Central employees.

For union employees, all of the above benefits are subject to the employee's Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits listed are also subject to change with or without notice and are subject to contract/provider terms and conditions.