Job Description

Program management position responsible for major construction projects within a designated area. Oversee the Transportation Management Plan for corridor projects. Manage all project phases including review of program and construction documents, plans and processes, public affairs and outreach programs, safety, environmental and quality assurance. Oversee schedules, traffic management and coordination of multiple contracts underway in corridor. Oversee and manage contracts for consultant groups. Plan, coordinate, communicate and implement program delivery with internal and external customers. Provide strategic leadership and direction in the planning and delivery of the Districts' engineering programs. Oversee local budgets and administrative planning. Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, guidelines, timeframes and scheduling of major activities or deliverables. Ensure compliance with program priorities, quality of work and VDOT agreements. Meet statewide performance measures and objectives. Build relationships with internal and external customers, contractors, government officials, media. Communicate with constituents, stakeholders and employees regarding issues, concerns and complaints through personal, individual contacts, and meetings.

How you will contribute:

Communications: Promote VDOT's mission to the community, business partners and stakeholder groups. Respond to inquiries from the public, DOT officials, CTB members, news media and local, state and federal agencies relating to district transportation activities, problems, projects, etc. Collaborate and communicate VDOT initiatives to other government entities and strengthen relationships with legislators, local leaders and other stakeholders.

Manage Technical Guidance and Problem Resolution: Provide expert guidance in the resolution of highly technical problems in assigned program areas. Develop or oversee the development of new or improved methods of processes and procedures. Recognize the issues that impede performance and works diligently to remove obstacles; and provide the resources to staff. Seek the guidance of VDOT staff to resolve complex technical or programmatic issues. Provide engineering expertise as requested.

Manage Vision and Purpose: Participate with other top departmental senior managers to implement VDOT mission, goals and objectives. As a member of the district's senior leadership team engage with team members to promote the achievement of district performance goals. Inform team members of key program issues and performance data. Work on district-wide and special initiatives at District Administrator's request. Review district organization and recommend changes to provide a more effective and efficient organization. Offer suggestions to further process improvements and program efficiencies. Resource core functions and strategic initiatives and link to the VDOT strategic plan. Empower managers by sharing power and authority. Develop strategies and execute the VDOT Business Plan and Governor's Multimodal Strategic Plan.

Project Development and Delivery: Oversee development of roadway designs for complex transportation projects. Provide technical direction and support to staff in the development of transportation projects. Oversee new project pre-scopes in the District's Six Year Improvement Program. Oversee coordination and interface with PPTAs, GEC and other critical VDOT partners and staff. Oversee pre-construction meetings to enhance emphasis on environmental compliance and minimize non-compliance risks during construction. Maintain high level communication and outreach efforts with legislators, government and planning agencies, media, citizen groups and special interest groups concerning project status, progress, successes and challenges.

Project Management: Provide on-going direction to project managers. Establish organizational structure supporting effective project management. Evaluate performance and make adjustments. Optimize resources across projects. Broad oversight for management of contracts. Provide broad direction for project activities. Integrate team member deliverables and budgets. Coordinate oversight with other divisions ensuring project segments remain on schedule.

What will make you successful:

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to include developing positive relationships with stakeholders, contractors and public officials.

Ability to coordinate, direct and evaluate performance results and implement change.

Ability to present complex information to both internal and external individuals and groups.

Advanced knowledge and application of construction engineering principles, practices, procedures and technical aspects for a range of roadway systems.

Comprehensive knowledge of engineering management related to highway transportation programs.

Considerable knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, policies, and practices impacting transportation operations.

Considerable knowledge of managerial and administrative principles and practices to include strategic planning, operations, and financial management.

Extensive knowledge of overall operation of a large-scale public service transportation agency with an operating budget of several billion dollars.

Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of transportation project management, project design and construction.

Extensive knowledge of transportation project development and integration on complex projects and associated regulatory, finance and legal constraints.

Knowledge of civil engineering principles related to roadway design, standard design technical knowledge, and roadway safety impacting roadway standards and special designs.

Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices to include hiring, discipline, performance management, and employee development.

Significant knowledge of project controls related to transportation construction projects.

Skill in effectively planning and scheduling work of diverse teams.

Skill in leadership and consultation including the ability to work with all levels of management and elected officials.

Skill in managing the delivery of exemplary customer service by self and others.

Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include engineering programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

An experienced leader with appropriate industry experience, preferably in highway transportation construction or operations.

Comprehensive experience in developing and managing construction schedules.

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Experience building networks and relationships with employees, field staff, contractors, manufacturers and FHWA representatives.

Experience handling public relations functions.

Experience in transportation project development, project integration on complex projects, and associated regulatory, finance and legal constraints.

Extensive experience applying principles and practices of transportation project management and transportation project design and construction.

Progressively responsible engineering management experience applying roadway design criteria, construction engineering methods, standards, specifications and materials.

Project management experience on a variety of complex transportation projects to include effectively managing multiple, high value contracts.

Significant experience in project controls related to transportation construction projects.

Valid Professional Engineer's license.

Valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations:

Certification as a Project Management Professional.

Experience designing complex projects in transportation engineering and construction. Public relations experience required.

Progressively responsible experience managing highway construction and preliminary engineering to include supervising administrative, professional and technical staff.

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