Engineer – Senior Roadway Design

Job Description

Title: Engineer – Senior Roadway Design
State Role Title: Architect/Engineer II
Hiring Range: $82,448 – $133,978
Pay Band: 6
Agency: VA Dept of Transportation
Location: Culpeper District Complex
Agency Website: www.vdot.virginia.gov/careers
Recruitment Type: General Public – G
FIRST SCREENING DATE: July 31, 2024

Job Duties
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking an experienced Engineer to fill a Senior Roadway Design position in the Culpeper district. The incumbent will utilize their engineering expertise to provide recommendations for the resolution of project issues, assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring engineering projects, and work with local government officials, consultants, citizens and the FHWA regarding transportation projects and programs. Job responsibilities will include designing, reviewing, managing, and producing right of way and construction roadway plans for a wide range of transportation projects using automated engineering and design software. Incumbent will serve as project manager to prepare quantities and estimates, develop and maintain schedules, monitor project activities, and prepare/present engineering data to various audiences. Will provide technical guidance on roadway design issues from the preliminary engineering process through construction and serve as responsible charge engineer. Why Choose VDOT:
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers core benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, and leave programs. A State Retirement Plan; tax-deferred Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching provision; and a Short and Long-Term Disability Program funded by the State are also available. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, training and tuition assistance programs, wellness programs, and more! VDOT employees have Shared Values and abide by a Code of Ethics. Our culture includes teamwork, transparency, learning, creativity, collaboration, and work that values differences. We encourage all who apply to review our values and ethics. (View here: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/about/#tab1panel-99051). If you share these values, we invite you to apply!

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications, and materials.
Ability to read and interpret plans, contracts, specifications, and regulations.
Knowledge of the principles of roadway safety that impact roadway standards and special designs.
Experience applying civil engineering principles as they relate to roadway design and standard design technical knowledge.
Ability to interact positively with employees, citizens and government officials.
Ability to coach and train others.
Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include engineering and design software.
Ability to plan and schedule work, and to coordinate and manage multiple, concurrent assignments.
Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Valid Professional Engineer’s license (PE) required.

Additional Considerations

Certification as a Project Management professional
Progressively responsible experience in roadway design and project management to include responsible charge engineering.

Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to “your application” in your Virginia Jobs account (jobs.virginia.gov) to check the status of your application. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application or optional resume; therefore, those who fully represent their qualifications will be more successful with obtaining an interview. Submitting an incomplete application or resume lacking relevant experience detail may impact interview eligibility. State applications or resumes submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person cannot be considered. A fingerprint-based background check, references, work history, and DMV driver’s record will be verified prior to employment. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM). Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the published State pay bands. We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
Contact Information
Name: Christina Dennis
Phone: 540-829-7533
Email: christina.dennis@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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