04926 - Engineering Program Manager Construction

Virginia Department of Transportation•Mechanicsville, VA

About The Position

Provides direction, strategic leadership, and oversight for construction management functions across pre-design, design, procurement, construction, and post-construction. Develops policies and procedures; assists districts with contract management and contractor oversight; provides field support; and oversees quality compliance and contractor prequalification. Provides leadership, direction, and technical engineering guidance to related program areas. The role includes statewide program oversight, strategic planning, technical support, resource and staff management, and coordination with internal and external customers.

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
Valid Professional Engineer’s license.
Comprehensive knowledge of transportation engineering methods and procedures related to roadway construction.
Ability to administer complex programs involving procurement, transportation contracts, construction, land development, and policy development.
Ability to administer budget management, financial oversight, statistical reporting, and staff development functions.
Skill in resolving complex engineering and contractual disputes, with customer-focused program delivery skills.
Competent consultation skills and excellent oral and written communication skills for interacting with all levels.
Ability to communicate with diverse audiences, make presentations, and prepare reports.
Ability to conduct administrative and technical operations of an engineering program area.
Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external customers at all organizational levels.
Ability to direct complex statewide construction functions, lead intricate programs and projects, and make sound decisions in difficult situations.
Ability to interpret, apply, and provide guidance on policies and procedures.
Ability to manage engineering programs, multiple work teams of professional engineering and technical staff, and complex engineering projects.
Ability to plan and schedule work effectively and manage multiple statewide programs and projects.
Demonstrated leadership and consultation skills with management, stakeholders, and contractors.
Knowledge of construction-related laws, regulations, policies, and programs.
Knowledge of supervisory practices, including hiring, discipline, performance management, and employee development.
Skill in analyzing and prioritizing tasks and assignments to manage resources and responsibilities appropriately.
Skill in using computers and software applications, including engineering software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Ensure the program area complies with VDOT, state, and federal policies, practices, guidelines, and specifications; review plans for compliance and recommend improvements to procedures, specifications, and products.
Prepare written summaries of findings and recommendations for division management.
Direct, guide, and support District and Area Construction Engineers in construction management, contract management, field support, and related administrative activities.
Provide technical guidance and support for planning, construction, and maintenance of VDOT’s Local Assistance Program to improve delivery, promote regulatory compliance, and reduce potential liability.
Set, communicate, and update team objectives and priorities in support of division and VDOT goals.
Establish statewide construction-phase risk management strategy, processes, policies, and procedures for identifying, analyzing, managing, and responding to project risks.
Resolve technical problems using sound engineering practices, address program issues proactively, and escalate appropriate matters to Division Management.
Evaluate programs, institute changes as needed, provide technical guidance to field offices, and monitor adherence to standards through coordination, visits, and consultation.
Ensure quality control reviews are completed and implement recommendations for program performance and improvement.
Support District Construction Engineers in on-time, on-budget delivery of the Six Year Plan; serve as the Construction Division project performance and Dashboard subject matter expert.
Manage human and fiscal resources, organize assignments, address future staffing and resource needs, and keep schedules and budgets current.
Provide statewide leadership on construction management, quality improvement, claims, environmental compliance, risk management, construction scheduling, and value engineering.
Serve as responsible charge engineer for the designated program area; develop and update statewide policies, procedures, and guidelines and ensure consistent application.
Develop short- and long-range statewide strategic plans aligned with VDOT’s vision, mission, and goals.
Coordinate information flow, organize and prioritize work, keep multiple projects on schedule, and maintain effective customer relationships.
Provide technical assistance and research in transportation engineering; instruct and guide staff on policies and procedures; prepare guidelines or memos addressing changes or modifications.
Supervise, coach, train, and develop staff; provide positive leadership through employee involvement in process and product management.