H4098 - Eng Tech Sr LD Wage

Virginia Department of Transportation•Colonial Heights, VA

2h•$26 - $43

About The Position

Prepare and review highway plans for right-of-way acquisition and construction or reconstruction of road facilities, including C plans, M plans, SAAP plans, no plans, and subdivision plan reviews. Assist with review of erosion and sediment control compliance and permitting under state laws and DCR and DEQ requirements. Support roadway and bridge design staff with hydrology, hydraulics, and design, and provide drainage and erosion and sediment control support to field and residency personnel. The role communicates with VDOT staff and external partners to resolve issues, advises the supervisor about critical developments and field observations, and maintains project records and reports. It develops highway construction plans in compliance with VDOT and AASHTO standards and policies, supports roadway design and cost estimates from scoping through full construction plans, provides technical guidance to field personnel, and manages assigned work to meet established timeframes. Employees must abide by VDOT's Code of Ethics and the Commonwealth's Standards of Conduct. Pre-employment screenings may include a fingerprint-based criminal history background check, DMV record check, work history verification, references, pre-employment physical, and drug screen.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures related to VDOT program areas.
Ability to make mathematical and algebraic computations.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
Knowledge of standard drafting methods and procedures and roadway engineering design principles.
Skill in providing good customer service.
Skill in using computers and job-relevant software programs.
Skill in using drafting tools, equipment, and CADD.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read and interpret technical plans and specifications.
Knowledge of erosion and sediment control laws and their compliance.

Nice To Haves

Training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, Roadway Design, Technical Drafting, Mathematics, Computer Technologies, or a related field.
Knowledge of hydrology, erosion and sediment control design, plan review, and open and closed systems and their principles.
Plan Reviewer certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review highway plans for right-of-way acquisition and construction or reconstruction of road facilities, including C plans, M plans, SAAP plans, no plans, and subdivision plan reviews.
Assist in reviewing erosion and sediment control compliance and permitting under state laws and DCR and DEQ requirements.
Support roadway and bridge design staff with hydrology, hydraulics, and design.
Support field and residency personnel with drainage and erosion and sediment control.
Communicate with VDOT staff and external parties, including consultants and localities, to proactively resolve issues.
Advise the supervisor about critical developments and field observations.
Use MicroStation, Geopak, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Publisher, other non-CADD applications, and automated engineering software for hydraulic design and related design tasks.
Compile and maintain automated and written reports and project records in accordance with guidelines and policies.
Develop highway construction plans in compliance with VDOT standards and policies and AASHTO policies.
Coordinate project information orally and in writing with others contributing to the project.
Address questions about assigned program-area policies and procedures, provide field support, and offer guidance on VDOT policies and standards.
Manage project work efficiently within established timeframes and inform the supervisor promptly of issues that may affect completion schedules.
Perform special duties and other duties as assigned.