Deputy Director of Procurement

Responsibilities: The incumbent confers and coordinates with various Office Chiefs and management on engineering, technical, and administrative matters related to project delivery activities. The incumbent plans, organizes, and directs assignments and handles the most difficult procurement, technical, and contract administration problems through coordination of staff and resources. The incumbent serves as an expert procurement and technical engineering advisor and proposes and implements changes in policy and procedures. The incumbent proposes procedural guidelines and standards for work performed, and implements recommendations.

Qualifications: This position requires a Professional Engineer (PE) License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Thorough knowledge and demonstrated abilities in leading and managing large and complex procurement efforts for rail engineering, design-build, and systems contracts, including development of procurement strategies, policies, and best practices. Broad knowledge of state procurement laws, budget processes, workload development, resource management, and project management concepts for design-build and progressive delivery projects. Thorough knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies of federal, state, and local agencies as they relate to public works procurement. Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing, to all levels of officials, executive leadership, and external stakeholders during high-profile procurements and negotiations. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to balance cost, schedule, and quality to achieve best-value outcomes. Personal characteristics that include a commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and maintaining the highest level of integrity in the procurement process. Expert understanding of engineering concepts, procurement risk allocation, and their effect on transportation planning and delivery. Demonstrated ability to direct and mentor professional staff, evaluate complex proposals, and ensure fair and defensible source selections. Ability to exercise sound judgment when evaluating alternative contracting approaches and recommending strategies in the best interests of the Authority. Location The High-Speed Rail Authority headquarters building is located in downtown Sacramento on the corner of 8th and L Street. We are located one block away from the 8th and Capitol light rail stop, as well as the 7th and Capitol light rail stop. The building is also within walking distance of DOCO, the California State Capitol Park, a farmer’s market during summer months, and Old Sacramento. Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Equal Opportunity Statement The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), 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.