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Virginia Department of Transportation

Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure

Assistant District Engineer LD

Transportation EngineeringUpdated on Nov 9
Full-timeSuffolk, VA, USA$95.4k - $154.9kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to supervise staff, programs, and budgets.
  • A degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is required.
  • Experience building networks and relationships with employees from other divisions, field personnel, contractors, manufacturers, and Federal Highway Administration representatives.
  • Knowledge of Civil Engineering principles as they relate to roadway design and Standard Design technical knowledge.
  • Knowledge of roadway and transportation design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications, and agency policies and procedures.
  • Leadership experience that includes project and program management, coaching, counseling, and training others.
  • Project management coursework and experience.
  • Skill in using computers and software applications.
  • A valid Professional Engineer's license is required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences orally and in writing, make presentations, and conduct meetings.
  • Ability to provide technical direction, guidance, and training to others.
  • Ability to research and analyze data to provide recommendations and solutions to problems.
  • Considerable knowledge of Civil Engineering principles as they relate to roadway design and Standard Design technical knowledge.
  • Extensive knowledge of roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications, and materials.
  • Knowledge of transportation engineering principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, and leadership techniques.
  • Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to transportation engineering.
  • Knowledge of supervisory and human resources practices and principles, including hiring, discipline, performance management, and employee development.
  • Proficient skill in leadership, project and program management, coaching, counseling, and training others.
  • Skill in building networks and relationships with employees from other divisions, field personnel, contractors, manufacturers, and Federal Highway Administration representatives.
  • Skill in using computers and web-based applications, including engineering software.
  • Skill in project scheduling and project management.
  • Substantial knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications and Standards.
  • Thorough knowledge of principles of roadway safety that affect roadway standards and special designs.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the District Section Engineer in providing management, leadership, and direction for the assigned engineering section.
  • Assist in planning, organizing, and monitoring project activities.
  • Assist in providing fiscal management and technical guidance on a wide variety of transportation projects.
  • Train and develop team members.
  • Help lead the management of roadway and transportation-related design projects in accordance with established processes, schedules, budgets, design criteria, standards, and specifications.
  • Help supervise, train, and guide team members to support organizational objectives.
  • Communicate with staff, the public, and other VDOT employees about engineering-related issues; respond to stakeholder inquiries and participate in stakeholder meetings as necessary.
  • Provide customer service in response to citizen inquiries and concerns.
  • Develop, manage, and monitor budgets for assigned program areas, including staff, equipment, and projects; monitor expenditures and allocations and ensure financial metrics are met.
  • Perform detailed technical engineering reviews of documents and projects as responsible charge engineer when required; formulate and document recommendations and present findings.
  • Represent VDOT in meetings with outside entities, including resolving issues of public concern; coordinate with district and residency staff and stakeholders to resolve issues and meet project performance measures.
  • Monitor workload assignments to ensure roadway designs and design tasks meet project schedules and support VDOT programs; manage consultant design projects, design-build projects, and on-call contracts.
  • Organize the work unit and assign workload; monitor task completion, manage time, adjust priorities, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Fulfill responsible charge engineer duties in compliance with policies, procedures, and the Code of Virginia.
  • Apply thorough knowledge of roadway design and principles of hydraulic design and survey to complex projects as responsible charge engineer, and take appropriate action to resolve difficult problems.
  • Ensure staff development, performance planning, evaluation, and recognition activities are completed to support a productive team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in project and program management specific to transportation design and civil engineering.

About the Company

Virginia Department of Transportation

Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure

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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