23904 - Engineer Senior Project Controls

Virginia Department of Transportation•Culpeper, VA

1d•$88,678 - $144,102

About The Position

Provides assistance to Project Controls management on in-house and consultant-designed transportation projects throughout the full project cycle. Performs technical engineering duties related to project development and implementation, conducts independent reviews of post-construction claims and work orders, and provides engineering expertise and recommendations for resolving project issues. Communicates with VDOT staff, local governments, consultants, citizens, and FHWA, and assists in developing, implementing, and monitoring policies, procedures, guidance, and practices for engineering projects and programs. The role contributes through engineering studies and analysis; construction project coordination; consultant contract planning and administration; review of estimates, schedules, changes, claims, and contract compliance; policy and process improvement; project management and documentation; and participation in or leadership of project teams. It may also fulfill responsible charge engineer duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and the Code of Virginia.

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Valid Professional Engineer’s license.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including providing technical assistance to others.
Ability to interpret construction plans, contracts, special provisions, and specifications.
Ability to promote continuous improvement of contract construction using quality assurance and quality control methods.
Ability to research, identify, and resolve construction issues and prepare detailed reports on findings.
Knowledge of highway construction processes and practices, including roadway, structures, drainage, and environmental considerations.
Skill in applying state and federal standards and regulations related to highway construction and design.
Skill in managing construction issues and quality improvement applications for projects of varying complexity.
Skill in using computers and software applications, including automated engineering and design software such as CADD.
Ability to apply advanced engineering principles and practices to complex transportation projects.
Ability to build professional relationships with staff from other divisions, field personnel, contractors, manufacturers, and FHWA representatives.
Ability to communicate with diverse audiences, make presentations, and conduct meetings.
Ability to develop effective working relationships at all organizational levels, internally and externally.
Ability to draw rational conclusions from analysis, develop solutions, make independent decisions, and manage multiple assignments.
Ability to interpret and apply local, state, and federal transportation laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and manage multiple concurrent assignments.
Ability to provide expert guidance on change order language and claims avoidance, including construction cost impacts and savings.
Ability to read and interpret plans, contracts, specifications, and regulations.
Ability to research, analyze, and prepare technical reports and project correspondence.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and policies pertaining to transportation engineering.
Knowledge of financial management, including budgeting and cost estimation.
Knowledge of project management processes and transportation engineering principles, practices, standards, and specifications.
Knowledge of strategic, operational, and financial management principles, practices, and techniques.
Skill in customer service, professional interaction with the public and employees, and negotiation.
Skill in using CADD for design reviews and constructability issues.

Nice To Haves

Ability to provide expert guidance regarding change order language and claims avoidance, and to identify construction cost impacts and savings.

Responsibilities

Communicate with internal and external VDOT customers, including local governments, elected officials, citizen groups, and FHWA.
Participate in or oversee engineering studies; collect, analyze, and process information; and develop reports, recommendations, solutions, correspondence, and presentations.
Coordinate construction projects with construction and district staff, including managing scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, change management, quality, and status reporting.
Review District CQIP and Dashboard Measures for accuracy and coordinate CABB questions with design and construction staff.
Plan consultant contract needs and assist with consultant selection.
Support construction operations by processing monthly estimates, performing finals, paying consultant vouchers, and providing Site Manager AWP, PlanGrid, and Procore field support and problem resolution.
Provide technical and field guidance to construction staff on inspection and contract administration.
Assist in reviewing contractor baseline schedules, schedule updates, and operational issues; conduct time impact analyses related to change orders and scope impacts.
Coordinate preparation and review of NOIs, contract compliance matters, and claims; validate the necessity of work and prepare claim packages with central office when claims are not resolved at district level.
Assist in developing policies, procedures, and practices for proactive management of the assigned engineering program area.
Develop, recommend, and implement process and policy improvements, and monitor compliance with policies, procedures, and state and federal laws and regulations.
Organize work and monitor tasks to ensure projects and documentation are completed on schedule and in accordance with VDOT standards, policies, and procedures.
Participate in or lead project teams, maintain timely communication among team members and stakeholders, ensure accurate dissemination of information, and help resolve challenges to improve team performance.
Fulfill responsible charge engineer duties in compliance with policies, procedures, and the Code of Virginia.
Conduct independent reviews of post-construction claims and work orders and recommend resolutions to project issues.