Construction Manager
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Title: Construction Manager

State Role Title: Engineering Technician IV

Hiring Range: $75,046 - $121,950

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Culpeper District Complex

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

VDOT's Culpeper District Construction Program is seeking a Construction Manager to manage highway construction and inspection activities on all phases of projects to ensure quality in accordance with plans and specifications and provide a quality transportation system for the traveling public.

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

* Responsible for program direction, planning, monitoring and evaluation; fiscal stewardship, and human resource management of staff

* Ensure CEI Budget and Staffing Plan are developed and submitted. Complete all required status reports. Thoroughly review plans and contract documents, coordinate required meetings, contact and coordinate the participation of internal and external stakeholders, and provide information to make informed recommendations for proactive issue resolution

* Review daily records for compliance to VDOT policies and procedures. Review and certify project records. Assure project operations conform to all OSHA, VOSH, MUTCD, Environmental, and Work Zone Protection Manual regulations

* Identify and provide on-site technical training for inspection staff. Utilize project schedule to assure inspection tasks are adequately covered. Present requests to augment staff and adjust work schedules in an effort to minimize overtime expenses

* Ensure required certifications have been obtained by staff and take remedial measures or develop action plans to assure program compliance with certification requirements.

What drives you? Whether it's knowing the work you do makes a difference, having great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging projects, leading innovation and championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to your professional development...At the Virginia Department of Transportation, we have something for YOU!

Culpeper District represents a collection of heroes who keep people moving safely through the Commonwealth of Virginia. Culpeper District is a paradise for those who love outdoor life. Culpeper District consists of 493 heroes who all contribute to building and maintaining 10,465 miles of roadway and bridges through some of the most scenic landscapes traveled in Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications

* Proven ability to manage construction activities on a wide variety of roadway, structure and bridge construction projects.

* Knowledge of federal, state and local transportation rules, regulations and policies.

* Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include AASHTOWare Project (AWP) or project management software.

* Knowledge of road and bridge construction standards, specifications, MUTCD, environmental regulations, safety requirements, and DBE, EO and CR guidelines, rules and regulations.

* Valid driver's license.

* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with contractors, political entities and general public.

* Knowledge of preliminary engineering practices and contract development and management processes (contracts, special provisions and specifications).

* Safety shoes required.

* Possession of or ability to obtain required certifications within 12 months of employment.

* Knowledge of strategic, managerial, operational, human resource, supervisory, administrative and financial management principles, practices and techniques.

* Considerable knowledge of highway construction management techniques, methods, procedures, practices, materials and equipment.

Additional Considerations

* Asphalt Field Level II

* Possession of current certifications and completion of fall protection and confined space training.

* DEQ: Inspector for Erosion Sediment Control (ESC IN)

* A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field desired.

* DEQ: Inspector for Storm Water Management (SWM IN)

* Experience in engineering or surveying related to construction and inspection requirements on highways and structures. Experience supervising and training others. Experience with VDOT contract specifications desired.

* Radiation Safety USDOT HAZMAT Certification (Nuclear Gauge)

* Professional Engineer's license or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.

* Soils & Aggregate Compaction

* Guard Rail Installer Training (GRIT)

* Asphalt Field Level I

* CPR with AED, Standard First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) Combined Course

* American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Level I (CCWA) OR WACEL Concrete I Certification

* Experience supervising consultant or in-house inspection staff.

* Experience with VDOT contract specifications.

* Pavement Marking

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

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 will not be considered.

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.

VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

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. Employees participate in a State Retirement Plan; a tax-deferred Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching provision is also available. Also, the State funds a Short- and Long-Term Disability Program. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, training and tuition assistance programs, wellness programs, etc.

VDOT employees have Shared Values and abide by a Code of Ethics. Our culture includes teamwork, transparency, nimble learning, creativity, and collaboration of work that values differences. We encourage all those who apply to review our values and ethics. Click here to review andvalues.asp. If you share these values, we invite you to apply. Your success in our organization depends upon sharing these values and keeping this Code of Ethics.

VDOT is driven by safety, service to the community, and commitment to excellence! If you are driven by innovation and a passion for roadway maintenance, we want you to join our team to keep Virginia moving. As a (insert position), you will use our foundational drivers to play a crucial role in shaping the highways that connect communities and drive progress across the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Contact Information

Name: Alyssa Allen

Phone: 540-###-####

Email: ...@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-###-####.

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.