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Virginia Department of Transportation
Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure
Superintendent
$66.3k - $107.7k
Expert
Bachelor's
Luray, VA, USA
In Person
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management
About the job
Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to resolve citizen complaints and other issues successfully.
- Ability to gather data, conduct research, and create reports and correspondence.
- Ability to read and interpret bridge and structure plans and specifications.
- Ability to schedule, plan, and monitor work activities.
- Considerable knowledge of structure and bridge maintenance methods, procedures, practices, and equipment.
- Knowledge of budgets, cost estimates, and inventory management.
- Knowledge of supervisory principles, policies, and practices, and experience managing supervisory and crew personnel.
- Skill in using computers and software applications.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to work at heights, over or in water, in heavy traffic, and under other adverse conditions.
- Thorough knowledge of safety practices applicable to roadway and bridge maintenance work, equipment, and tools.
Responsibilities
- Plan and direct the structure and bridge repair, maintenance, and replacement program for a geographical area in accordance with safety standards, VDOT specifications and procedures, and equipment operational standards.
- Prepare project cost estimates; develop or assist with budgets; monitor spending; and prepare and submit manpower and project cost reports for financial tracking.
- Use computer programs to maintain and report on financial and business matters.
- Ensure compliance with environmental requirements and best practices.
- Manage preventive maintenance and utilization of equipment to ensure availability for business needs.
- Work with members of the public and internal and external customers to resolve complaints and project-related issues.
- Maintain state roadway safety by managing the placement of temporary bridges and removal of damaged structures.
- Supervise snow removal operations.
- Support emergency operations, including storm damage repairs, prompt roadway clearing of snow, ice, and debris, accident cleanup, and traffic control during and after normal working hours.
- Manage the bridge crew safety program, monitor it, and implement improvements to ensure compliance with workplace safety techniques and guidelines.
- Promote the safety of equipment, self, and others, and maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
- Review inspection reports, prioritize needs, and determine equipment, labor, materials, and methods for maintenance, repair, or replacement.
- Plan and schedule work and oversee work assignments.
- Monitor work performed and expenses against budget.
- Provide technical guidance and expertise to solve unusually difficult or complex problems.
- Monitor maintenance and hired equipment contracts for compliance with required specifications.
Desired Qualifications
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Experience developing, planning, scheduling, and overseeing construction or bridge maintenance projects.
- Experience in maintenance and construction of bridges, culverts, and other highway structures, including supervisory experience in a maintenance and construction environment.
- Experience managing performance and applying progressive discipline.
- Experience preparing cost estimates, developing budgets, tracking costs, and preparing project reports.
- Experience with procurement, inventory and equipment management, and computer programs.
- Possession of a valid commercial driver's license and Department of Transportation medical card.
About the company
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
- June 17, 2026 CTB approved $28.5 billion for roads, bridges, transit, and trails.
- FY2027 budget rose 6.7% to $9.0 billion, lifting construction spending.
- Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel targets substantial completion in 2026/2027, preserving marquee delivery wins.
What critics are saying
- Fairfax Circuit Court's Awuah ruling exposed VDOT to vegetation-maintenance liability on March 24, 2026.
- Delayed bridge and tunnel maintenance invites more quadriplegia litigation and insurance costs.
- Megaproject slippage on I-66 and Hampton Roads could miss 2026/2027 deadlines, eroding trust.
What makes Virginia Department of Transportation unique
- VDOT controls Virginia's $9.0 billion FY2027 transportation budget, unmatched statewide scale.
- The agency manages 4,300 projects through a $28.5 billion FY2027-2032 SYIP.
- VDOT runs megaprojects like Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel and Transform 66.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation