Job Description
Supervise and train professional engineering and technical staff. Plan, develop, coordinate and monitor activities of engineers responsible for the technical review, analyses and approval of engineering activities. Lead projects across functional areas of the department. Provide project management and leadership to include planning, supervising, organizing, monitoring and directing work activities of staff and resources. Coordinate activities with management, stakeholders, customers, and key individuals throughout VDOT. Communicate with internal VDOT staff, local government staff, consultants, citizens and FHWA regarding transportation projects and programs. To lead and-or assist in Short Range Planning analysis and deliverables for IJR-IMR, traffic analysis, microsimulation, alternatives and recommendations development and presentations. Leads traffic analysis studies, microsimulation; and participates in special projects for VDOT executive management; has statewide responsibilities.
How you will contribute:
Communications: Respond to technical inquiries from employees, the public, local government agencies, stakeholders and other special interest groups. Establish and maintain timely communications and close working relations with project team members to ensure vital technical project information is disseminated.
Facilitate Section Improvement: Suggest and lead the implementation of improvement opportunities for the section. Develop implementation strategies that result in improved quality in the outcomes for customer satisfaction and efficiency.
Leadership and Program Support: Provide leadership and direction to assigned engineering team. Provide technical support and assistance to VDOT staff in other divisions or districts on projects as needed to meet goals. Prepare and review technical reports. Act as team and technical lead for projects and proposals. Provides technical leadership to engineers and technical staff. Provides recommendations on various technical aspects of assigned engineering program.
Management Reporting: Prepare frequent management reports documenting staff task assignments, project status and unresolved issues requiring management direction and decision.
Responsible Charge Engineer: Fulfill duties as responsible charge engineer in compliance with policies, procedures and the Code of Virginia.
Team Leadership: Supervise team of engineers and technicians. Assign projects and tasks, monitor work progress and provide guidance. Promote training and development opportunities.
Traffic Forecasting and Analysis: Prepare local and regional travel demands for specific milestone years using available data, reports and models. Provide traffic forecasts, roundabout analysis and recommendations for scoping meetings, roadway design and environmental studies.
Transportation Planning Studies: Conduct, manage and participate in transportation planning studies including corridor studies, access management studies, crossover studies, interchange studies, etc. Collect and analyze data and provide recommendations for transportation deficiencies. Analyze using appropriate microsimulation software to develop alternative solutions and provide solutions.
What will make you successful:
Ability to analyze data, draw logical conclusions and document results and recommendations.
Ability to apply advanced engineering planning principles and practices to a variety of complex transportation projects.
Ability to build networks and relationships with employees from other divisions, field personnel, contractors, manufacturers and FHWA representatives.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences and to make presentations and conduct meetings.
Ability to effectively lead and coach professional and technical staff.
Ability to focus individuals and teams on goal-oriented solutions.
Ability to manage financial resources.
Ability to organize and analyze data, work with detail, problem solve and communicate problems.
Ability to perform duties within an electronic data and communication environment.
Ability to plan and conduct studies, prepare reports independently, and work with others.
Ability to plan and schedule work effectively.
Ability to read and understand engineering plans.
Ability to supervise staff, programs and budgets.
Experience using Highway Capacity Software.
Knowledge of VDOT policies, procedures and practices related to transportation engineering.
Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices as they relate to transportation and highway engineering.
Knowledge of civil engineering principles to include roadway design, survey, hydraulics, traffic design, roadway safety and construction methods and materials, ensuring compliance.
Knowledge of local, state and federal transportation rules, regulations, specifications and standards.
Knowledge of principles of roadway safety impacting roadway designs.
Knowledge of project management practices and principles.
Knowledge of strategic, operational and financial management principles, practices and techniques.
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices to include performance management and discipline.
Skill in leadership coaching, counseling and training others in effectively planning and scheduling work of diverse teams.
Skill in negotiating.
Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.
Skill in recognizing employee development needs and facilitating development plans to enhance employee performance.
Skill in the application of time management principles and practices.
Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include engineering software and analysis tools.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences and to make presentations and conduct meetings.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to evaluate, develop and maintain innovative solutions for transportation planning and mobility initiatives.
Ability to interpret technical data and prepare and maintain detailed reports.
Ability to negotiate outcomes and work with diverse customer groups.
Ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate and complete multiple assignments within scheduled timeframes.
Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Knowledge of roadway capacity analysis and safety analysis impacting roadway designs.
Knowledge of traffic engineering and road design principles and practices.
Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.
Skill in the use of computers and web-based applications such as Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
Valid Professional Engineer's license.
Additional Considerations:
Ability to act as a liaison with diverse groups, e.g. government officials, special interest groups, citizens, etc.
Ability to evaluate and develop innovative solutions for transportation planning and mobility initiatives
Experience using planning and traffic engineering software, e.g. Synchro, HCS, Sidral.
Knowledge of ArcGIS.
Knowledge of VDOT crash analysis tool, INRIX.
Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal policies and procedures relating to transportation engineering.
Skill in design software such as Open Road Design.
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VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
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VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:
- Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
- DMV Record Check
- Work History Verification
- References
- Pre-employment physical
- Drug screen
