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Rachael Wong

Elk Grove

Summary

Accomplished Capital Contracts Procurement Manager with 25 years of extensive experience procuring and managing large-scale infrastructure transportation projects, including a broad range of architectural and engineering contracts totaling $4 billion. Proven track record in optimizing project efficiency, strategizing creative solutions to address industry challenges, and leading multidisciplinary teams to meet aggressive deadlines under tight constraints, with competing priorities. Known for managing diverse teams and complex procurements. Strengths include effective leadership and management abilities and building strong working relationships throughout the organization.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Capital Contracts Procurement Manager

California High-Speed Rail Authority
Sacramento
12.2018 - Current
  • Directed Capital Procurement Section overseeing acquisition of Design-Build and A&E contracts.
  • Ensured compliance of contracts with statutes, regulations, and Authority policies.
  • Managed and trained a team of consultants and state staff to develop and deliver contracts through RFQs and RFPs.
  • Provided timely communication and summary recommendations to executives, and coordinated with internal and external stakeholders, including the Authority Board, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), California State Transportation Agency, Department of Finance/Public Works Board, Office of Inspector General, California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and local agencies.
  • Verified the accuracy and completeness of as-builts, design calculations, hydraulic reports, and supporting documentation used as the basis for the bid.
  • Led industry forums and outreach events, prepared and presented at pre-bid meetings, and led one-on-one meetings with firms
  • Led the development and procurement of a $3 billion multimodal high-speed track and system contract, involving a complex, time-phased, segmental handover of completed work on the 119-mile central valley infrastructure to the design-builder.
  • Additional successfully completed procurements include the track and OCS design, rail systems engineering support, Merced to Madera design, Fresno to Bakersfield design, Program Delivery Support, and project and construction management services totaling $700 million.
  • Supported the development of contract management workplans under the Rail Delivery Partner and Program Delivery Support contracts and managing a team of 30-50 consultant staff that provide critical support to deliver major capital and A&E procurements, development of contract template and forms, support for subconsultants, small business participation, labor compliance, and overseeing technical and commercial deliverables.

Capital Contract Procurement Engineer

California High-Speed Rail Authority
Sacramento
05.2015 - 12.2018
  • Reviewed and prepared RFP documents for the design-build construction package 4 contract ($400 million).
  • Published addenda, developed detailed procurement timelines aligned with the Authority's programmatic schedule, planned pre-bid meetings, large industry forums, confidential one-on-one meetings with shortlisted proposers, trained evaluation members, led the evaluation of proposals, and facilitated contract negotiation and execution meetings.
  • Led a subject matter expert team of 30 staff members to draft, review, and approve over 260 complex technical and commercial bidder inquiries.
  • Reviewed and prepared technical summaries on alternative technical concepts for executive approval.
  • Led a program-wide lesson-learned workshop with functional areas including construction, engineering, operations and maintenance, rail, right-of-way, third parties, and environmental to improve on design-build contracts and to memorialize best management practices to incorporate into future contracts.
  • Procured geotechnical investigation and environmental habitat mitigation contracts.

Transportation Engineer Civil (Range D)

California Department of Transportation - Headquarters
Sacramento
12.2013 - 05.2015
  • I represented the Division of Engineering Services' Structure Construction subdivision of 550 engineers as the Program Resource and Schedule Management (PRSM) Software Implementation Manager, responsible for analyzing and disseminating critical and timely information on new software.
  • Developed procedures to effectively streamline and manage capital resources.
  • Responsible for managing SC's annual capital outlay support and maintenance budget of roughly $80 million to maintain fund solvency.
  • Calculated projected expenditures and identified potential deficiencies in capital, consultant, and overhead resources.
  • Review, revise, and issue updates to the statewide bridge construction manual used to provide technical guidance to field engineers responsible for delivering statewide construction contracts in accordance with FHWA, CalOSHA, and Caltrans' best practice field guidelines.

Transportation Engineer (Civil) Range D

California Department of Transportation - Headquarters
Sacramento
02.2010 - 11.2013
  • Coordinated and facilitated a North Region task management pilot to ensure a smooth transition to PRSM software.
  • Dual-role piloting of the test project as an end user and developer of the software.
  • Coordinated quality assurance efforts related to data system transition, including data conversion, crosswalks, system configuration, user acceptance testing, and implementation.
  • Consulted and advised management regarding statewide task management policy and procedural issues.

Transportation Engineer (Civil) Range C and D

California Department of Transportation - Headquarters
Sacramento
08.2003 - 01.2010
  • Served as the lead associate engineer, responsible for training and leading a team of four transportation engineers.
  • Responsible for resolving complex design and construction issues to avoid potential claims and disputes.
  • Final review and approval of construction as-builts, and final closeout records on statewide infrastructure.
  • Develop reporting matrices to track and monitor the completion of construction contracts and the closeout of project records.
  • Specialized in the construction of cast-in-drilled-hole (CIDH) piles and the use of non-destructive testing methods for evaluating the integrity of CIDH piles and drilled shaft foundations.
  • Developed interface modules in the Structure Construction Engineering Management System to meet reporting requirements.

Transportation Engineer (Civil) Range C

California Department of Transportation - Headquarters
Sacramento
07.2002 - 07.2003
  • Completed the Structure Design Academy.
  • Designed a two-span pre-stressed box girder connector ramp in San Diego (W52/S125 Connector over Station Route 125) and the Olson Road Undercrossing in Los Angeles.
  • Prepared bridge item quantities and contract plans for the designed structures.
  • Prepared bridge item quantities for the Pederson Road Undercrossing in Ventura County.
  • Gained knowledge of computerized bridge modeling software applications and foundational engineering concepts for design.

Transportation Engineer (Civil) Range A

California Department Of Transportation Caltrans
Sacramento
10.2000 - 07.2002
  • Served as a field construction engineer responsible for reviewing plans and estimates to ensure contractor compliance with departmental standards and recommendations.
  • Performed quality assurance testing (sampling and analysis of construction materials) during bridge construction work.
  • Determined acceptability of materials and workmanship based on standards of quality, which serve to protect public safety and investment.
  • Supported the resolution of construction issues involving conflicts and deficiencies.
  • Drafted daily construction logs summarizing contractor work and progress.
  • Completed construction on the I-80/51 Separation Widening in Sacramento, I-5 American River Bridge hinge repair and deck rehabilitation, Pioneer Bridge replacement, Yolo Bypass joint seal replacement, and I-5 emergency job hinge/girder repair in Sacramento.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of California, Davis
Davis, CA
12-2000

Math And Science

Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CA
06-1998

Skills

  • Procurement strategy and expertise
  • RFQ/RFP development on A&E and capital contracts
  • Contract negotiation and management
  • Project management methodologies
  • External and internal stakeholder engagement
  • Trimble e-procurement software proficiency
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Mentor and performance-driven leader
  • Team building, leadership, and training
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Self-motivated and motivation of staff
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Critical thinking and fast problem solver
  • Effective management

Affiliations

  • Involved with the Mandarins Drum and Bugle Corps performing arts group
  • Mentored engineering students through the SEMP program successfully guiding students through college curriculum
  • Girl Scout Troop and school PTO volunteer

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese)
Limited

Accomplishments

  • 2016 Excellence in Customer Service Award at the California High-Speed Rail
  • 2017 - Received excellence in Team Collaboration Award at the California High-Speed Rail

Certification

  • Professional Engineer (Civil) CA License No. C66843

Timeline

Capital Contracts Procurement Manager

California High-Speed Rail Authority
12.2018 - Current

Capital Contract Procurement Engineer

California High-Speed Rail Authority
05.2015 - 12.2018

Transportation Engineer Civil (Range D)

California Department of Transportation - Headquarters
12.2013 - 05.2015

Transportation Engineer (Civil) Range D

California Department of Transportation - Headquarters
02.2010 - 11.2013

Transportation Engineer (Civil) Range C and D

California Department of Transportation - Headquarters
08.2003 - 01.2010

Transportation Engineer (Civil) Range C

California Department of Transportation - Headquarters
07.2002 - 07.2003

Transportation Engineer (Civil) Range A

California Department Of Transportation Caltrans
10.2000 - 07.2002

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of California, Davis

Math And Science

Sacramento City College

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