Winter 2025
Contract Manager Residency Supervisor
Posted on 10/3/2025
Virginia Department of Transportation
Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure
No salary listed
Fairfax, VA, USA
In Person
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- Ability to analyze problems, document and communicate performance results and identify solutions to support residency goals and objectives.
- Ability to develop contract specifications, scopes of work and engineering estimates.
- Ability to develop, read, interpret and apply maintenance contracts, plans, sketches and policies.
- Ability to gather data and prepare reports.
- Ability to supervise work and oversee contractors and crew operations.
- Considerable knowledge of roadway maintenance and construction operations, equipment and techniques.
- Knowledge of federal and state permits related to roadway construction and maintenance activities.
- Knowledge of federal and state transportation rules, regulations and policies.
- Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices to include performance management and discipline.
- Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
- Valid driver's license.
- Provide day-to-day oversight of contractors performing maintenance activities for the residency area.
- Manage field maintenance service contracts, interpret contract provisions and provide technical guidance to contractors and field staff.
- Develop contracts according to scope for assigned program area.
- Provide contracting advice and support to others in the area of contract management.
- Oversee and evaluate performance of contract work according to specifications.
- Monitor and review activities and progress.
- Communicate with contractors and respond to questions or issues that arise.
- Review, inspect and verify completed work based on contract specifications and provisions.
- Communicate and meet with contractors to discuss contract questions and resolve conflicts.
- Review and respond to citizen concerns and complaints regarding contract relation issues.
- Measure and calculate quantities for payment.
- Review and communicate safety issues to contractor to assure safety of workers and the traveling public.
- Conduct utility relocation reviews prior to and during work activities.
- Coordinate and conduct project showings and preconstruction conferences.
- Pursue resolution of disputes and provide support on claims.
- Follow established processes and procedures in all phases of contract development and monitoring.
- Provide support in overall contract planning, development and implementation.
- Assist in the development and management of snow removal and emergency operations contracts.
- Coordinate contract forces to meet established guidelines on snow and ice removal from roadways.
- Document and address contractor performance issues.
- Notify management team if any corrective action is taken or needed.
- Calculate and verify contract pay items.
- Scope, compile and review maintenance and emergency response contracts.
- Develop and recommend improvements to contract services.
- Secure field data to formulate and scope maintenance services, roadside contracts, pavement schedules, guardrail repair or replacement, RAAP and SAAP contracts.
- Develop maintenance contracts from bidding stage through final contract payment.
- Present cost estimates and make or buy analysis to management team.
- Track guardrail damage and collect information from county and state agencies.
- Provide estimates and documentation for reimbursement of guardrail repair expenditures.
- Assist residency in completing investment and service recommendations, performance and needs assessments, and outsourcing recommendations.
- Respond to audit findings and resolve irregularities.
- Update and maintain records, reports and systems related to assigned contracts.
- Demonstrate ability to manage several assignments at the same time, working through subordinate staff.
- Occasionally will need to perform tasks outside of normal role of responsibility.
- Encourage team building environment among staff and in the execution of duties.
- Keep staff and supervisor updated on important developments and on work assignments.
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering or related field desired.
- Experience developing maintenance contracts and monitoring contractor performance.
- Experience in contract administration and monitoring and supervising contract monitors.
- Experience with contract advertisement and bidding procedures.
- Knowledge of state permit process related to roadway construction and maintenance activities.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) manages Virginia’s transportation network. It plans, builds, maintains, and operates roads, bridges, and tunnels to keep travel safe and efficient. Its work includes long-range planning (looking 20–25 years ahead), transportation modeling for regional partners, and public outreach to keep citizens informed and involved, such as campaigns promoting safer roundabouts. Unlike private companies, VDOT is a state government agency funded to serve the public interest rather than earn profits. Its goal is to provide a reliable, safe, and accessible highway system for all Virginians and to address future transportation needs through coordinated planning and infrastructure projects.
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- HRBT Expansion adds twin tunnels, finishes spring 2027.
- $604K federal grant funds wildlife crossing sites.
- Data-driven stops reduce crashes at Goosley Road.
What critics are saying
- Underfunding defers 25% bridge maintenance, collapses in 12-24 months.
- Sea level rise erodes 15% coastal assets by 2030.
- Maryland poaches 10-15% engineers in 18-36 months.
What makes Virginia Department of Transportation unique
- VDOT manages Virginia's roads, bridges, and HRBT tunnels uniquely.
- VDOT leads 20-25 year transportation planning statewide.
- VDOT promotes roundabouts via public campaigns for safety.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation's Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program has awarded a grant of $604,318 to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to support the identification of wildlife crossing sites across the state.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) worked with the National Park Service (NPS) to create a new traffic pattern on Goosley Road at the Route 17 intersection in York County.