Sarah Horn

Experience

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  Caltrans

  Jan 1991 - now

  4/2004-present Transportation Engineer, Range D, State of CaliforniaDevelop a conceptual Transportation Management Plan (TMP) with cost estimates at the Project Initiation Document stage for Capital Outlay projects. Review and approve TMP developed by others. Prepare and update a detailed TMP including the "Maintaining Traffic" Specifications of the contract Standard Special Provisions at the Project Plans, Specifications and Estimate stage. Provide consultation at the construction stage for traffic management support during planned road closures. Participate in the implementation, monitoring and modification of a TMP during project construction and prepare an Evaluation Report upon completion of project.Participate as an active member of a Project Development Team, Value Analysis Study Team and perform special studies related to transportation management. Represent the Department in oral presentation to local agencies and communities on the elements and strategies of a TMP for specific projects. Show less Working out of class as Senior Transportation Engineer to supervise a group of engineers.I supervised, distributed work load, requested and manage resources, provided oversight, and reviewed work that was prepared by staff, to ensure each of the projects are consistent and in accordance with Local, State, and Federal policies, standards, procedures, guidelines, and practices. I have provided consultation and guidance of major TMP development to internal and external customers. Provided construction support for the projects. During the period when I was acting, my team had only half amount of people as others, but had same amount or more of workload as others. I managed, prioritized, organized and collaborated with my colleagues as a team to deliver the projects on time. I have prepared and reviewed letter of expectations and IDP for the employees. Show less 7/1998 to 3/2004 Transportation Engineer, Range D, State of CaliforniaConduct on going traffic investigations for safety and operational conditions. Initiate improvement plans. Set project scope, schedule and cost. Prepare Project Study Reports, Project Reports for safety and operational projects in Solano County. Provide safety advice and recommendations for major projects. Reviewed Major Investment Study at Solano 12 corridor. Review construction plans for encroachment permits. Review IGR/CEQAs. Coordinate and keep close communications with local agencies based on Project involvement. Respond to questions from citizens and other public agencies. Make outside contact to consultants and local agencies to present Caltrans views.11/1992 to 6/1998 Transportation Engineer, Range D, State of CaliforniaDetermined the magnitude of congestion related problems on freeway systems. Used traffic analytical techniques to exam and resolve such problems. Planned, analyzed and recommended operational improvements such as ramp metering on freeway and conventional highways. Ensured projects were delivered within the scope, cost, schedule and quality control by coordination with functional units. Transmitted information to other government agencies and the public. Responded to general public complaints and concerns. 6/1992 to 10/1992 Transportation Engineer/Field Inspector, State of CaliforniaAssured contractors were in compliance with all aspects of the contract and incorporated necessary changes by preparing contract change orders for the retrofit project in San Francisco Route 280/101.5/1991 to 5/1992 Junior Transportation Engineer, State of CaliforniaPrepared the Project Study Report of Route 880 widening in Santa Clara County by analyzing material reports, traffic and operational analysis data. Selected engineering alternatives to be investigated and evaluated. Selected applicable design ad standards and methods. Show less

  • Branch Chief

    Jan 2022 - now

  • Corridor Manager

    Jan 2017 - Dec 2021

  • Transportation Engineer, Range D

    Jan 2004 - Dec 2016

  • Acting Senior Transportation Engineer

    Dec 2014 - Oct 2015

  • Transportation Engineer, Range D

    Jan 1991 - Jan 2004
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  Caltrans HQ

  Feb 2023 - Feb 2024

  Interim Office Chief

  Manage and direct engineering activities in the Office of Traffic Management. Establish statewide policies, practices and guidelines for Lane Closure Systems, Traffic Management Centers, Highway Operations, Traffic Management Plans, Traffic Management in Work Zones and Traveler Information. Establish process se and procedures to provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves people and respect the environment.