22548 - Infrastructure Mgr

Virginia Department of Transportation•Fredericksburg, VA

About The Position

Provide leadership, direction, and management for assigned operational programs and staff. Ensure operations comply with established policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Develop and administer budgets and strategic plans, and monitor progress toward organizational objectives. Support the District Maintenance Engineer in delivering the district maintenance program and managing the district infrastructure program. Coordinate district maintenance, roadside, pavement management, maintenance contract, performance and reporting programs in support of Area Maintenance Engineers. Provide leadership, coordination, and support for district emergency response and severe weather programs.

Requirements

Ability to guide people and achieve results.
Ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers and stakeholders, including localities and the public.
Experience applying knowledge of federal, state, and transportation rules, regulations, and policies.
Experience applying knowledge of transportation engineering principles and practices.
Experience demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of highway maintenance and working knowledge of transportation engineering principles and practices.
Experience demonstrating knowledge of budget development.
Experience demonstrating knowledge of contract development and administration.
Skill in data management and data analysis.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to analyze complex data and prepare reports.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences, including developing presentations and delivering training.
Ability to develop strategic plans and goals, set measures, and evaluate results.
Ability to develop, interpret, and apply policies and procedures.
Ability to lead and coach diverse staff, guide people, and achieve results through others.
Ability to evaluate program effectiveness and improve processes and work methods.
Ability to lead committees or groups and build effective relationships and teams.
Ability to plan and coordinate work schedules, assess workforce training needs, and manage multiple assignments and projects.
Ability to plan, develop, and manage budgets and financial resources.
Ability to plan, direct, supervise, and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to work effectively through coworkers and contractors.
Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate a maintenance program for a specific geographical area.
Exceptional interpersonal, team-building, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
Knowledge of the operation of a large-scale public service agency; VDOT policies, procedures, and practices; and federal, state, and transportation rules, regulations, and policies.
Knowledge of maintenance budgeting, roadside, contract, performance management, emergency response, and pavement management programs, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of supervisory and human resources practices, including hiring, discipline, performance management, and employee development.
Skill in customer service and in using computers and software applications.
Working knowledge of transportation engineering principles and practices.
Must abide by VDOT’s Code of Ethics and the Commonwealth’s Standards of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Training, experience, or education in Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Prior experience working on highway maintenance or construction projects.
Experience in business administration and management.
Experience in financial management.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and monitor budgets for assigned program areas; analyze, track, and approve costs, ensure expenditures remain within allocations, and resolve discrepancies.
Apply transportation, public-policy, and business expertise to resolve complex issues across program areas; identify potential obstacles and work collaboratively toward solutions.
Serve on the Maintenance Leadership Group and district and statewide maintenance committees; coordinate district maintenance activities, attend meetings, prepare and present reports, and share committee discussions and decisions with staff.
Build and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, communicate program information, receive feedback, and investigate and respond to customer concerns.
Manage maintenance service and investment needs analysis; communicate best practices and guidance; ensure district programs are consistent, effective, compliant, and on schedule and budget.
Coordinate roadside, pavement, emergency response, and performance management programs, including budget and contract development and administration; monitor performance targets and address noncompliance.
Share budget issues with the District Maintenance Engineer and recommend resolutions; provide roadway maintenance asset-management program development and administration; use performance reports to guide program and budget planning and adjustments.
Manage the Emergency Response Program, including leading the district-wide response team, serving as a Duty Officer, ensuring staff monitor and respond to severe weather, and overseeing program organization, planning, documentation, and evaluation.
Manage resources and business functions; hire, develop, and manage a diverse workforce; ensure required training and development; and oversee fiscal programs in accordance with agency policies and business practices.
Develop and implement procedures, processes, and best practices, and recommend initiatives to improve operations.
Oversee assigned operational programs, develop best practices, ensure consistent and effective operations aligned with performance targets, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
Develop and manage strategic plans and operational objectives for assigned programs; assess performance and initiate corrective action as needed.
Represent VDOT on committees, task forces, and other meetings, and present VDOT’s position positively.
Provide technical guidance to stakeholders, resolve issues using applicable policies and standards, respond to customer service requests, and facilitate creative solutions with stakeholders.