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1mo ago

Engineer Senior Project Management

Virginia Department of Transportation Suffolk, VA

Suffolk, VA

1mo ago Closed

Full time Senior Civil Engineering Design

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 19, 2026).

Job Description

This on-site Senior Project Management role with the Virginia Department of Transportation in Suffolk, VA offers the opportunity to lead design and contract planning for highways and related projects. You will oversee preliminary, right-of-way, and final contract plans, manage Interstate and Primary design programs to deliver on time and on budget, and provide project management services for both VDOT and Locally Administered urban area projects. You will collaborate with VDOT staff, local governments, consultants, citizens, and FHWA to advance transportation initiatives. The position emphasizes applying new design technology, strong customer service, and engineering leadership.

Responsibilities

Oversee design and preparation of preliminary, right-of-way, and final contract plans for a broad range of highway, structure, drainage, and environmental projects.
Monitor and direct work activities and resources needed to complete assigned projects.
Manage Interstate and Primary design projects to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
Provide project management services for VDOT and Locally Administered urban area projects.
Maintain proficiency in new design technology and construction methods while delivering exceptional customer service.
Apply engineering expertise in assigned program areas and propose solutions to project issues.
Communicate with internal VDOT staff, local government staff, consultants, citizens, and FHWA regarding transportation projects and programs.
Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring policies, procedures, guidance, and practices for engineering projects and programs.
Engage with customers internal and external to VDOT, including local governments, elected officials, citizen groups, and FHWA, to share updates and gather input.
Participate in or oversee engineering studies; collect and analyze data; prepare reports, recommendations, and technically sound solutions; prepare formal correspondence and presentations.
Assist in developing policies and practices that reflect proactive program management.
Identify and implement process improvements; monitor compliance with policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
Organize work and maintain documentation to meet schedule and VDOT standards.
Lead or participate in project teams; ensure timely communications and technically accurate information; address challenges to enhance team performance.
Fulfill duties as responsible charge engineer in accordance with policies and the Code of Virginia.
Develop roadway design for diverse transportation projects and provide technical direction in applying VDOT standards and procedures.

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Knowledge of basic structural design and civil engineering principles related to roadway design and standard design technical knowledge.
Skills in applying roadway design principles, safety considerations, and related standards.
Ability to build and maintain networks with employees, field staff, contractors, manufacturers, and FHWA representatives.
Proven ability to deliver exemplary customer service and manage transportation design projects including scope, schedule, and estimates.
Strong planning and scheduling skills for diverse teams.
Valid Professional Engineer license.
Certification as a Project Management Professional.
Experience designing complex transportation projects and performing report writing, evaluation, research, and training.
Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to complex transportation projects and to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including presenting and leading meetings.
Ability to develop working relationships at all organizational levels and to make independent decisions while managing multiple assignments.
Capability to interpret and apply local, state, and federal transportation laws, regulations, and guidelines; read and interpret plans, contracts, specifications, and regulations.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and policies pertaining to transportation engineering; financial management for budgeting and cost estimation; project management processes; and strategic, operational, and financial management principles.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with the public and government officials; effective negotiation abilities.
Proficiency in computers and engineering software.
Thorough knowledge of roadway design principles, safety considerations, construction methods, standards, specifications, and materials.

Technologies

Engineering software

Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOT's Code of Ethics and the Commonwealth's Standards of Conduct.
VDOT Code of Ethics
Standards of Conduct

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1mo ago

District Engineer Location and Design

Virginia Department of Transportation Suffolk, VA

Suffolk, VA

1mo ago Closed

Full time Civil Engineering Design Design Engineering

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 19, 2026).

Job Description

The Virginia Department of Transportation invites qualified candidates to apply for the District Engineer Location and Design role in Suffolk, VA. This onsite leadership position directs the District Location and Design Section, guiding roadway plan production and providing management, leadership, and technical direction for transportation projects. A degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is required.

Benefits and culture

Join an organization focused on delivering safe, reliable transportation solutions while maintaining strong community partnerships. This role offers the opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team, influence district-wide design outcomes, and work closely with engineers, field staff, contractors, and stakeholders to advance high-profile roadway programs in Suffolk and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

Provide management and direction for the District Location and Design Section, including strategic oversight and daily leadership.
Plan, organize, and monitor project activities to align with program delivery goals.
Manage budgets and provide technical guidance across a broad portfolio of transportation projects.
Train and develop team members to build capacity and maintain high performance.
Oversee the production of roadway plans in support of program delivery and ensure quality outcomes.
Supervise and mentor staff to foster growth and accountability.
Maintain strong skills in new design technologies and construction methodologies.
Budget stewardship: oversee the development and management of budgets for each functional area to prevent overruns.
Enhance outreach internally and externally to promote VDOT's mission, respond to inquiries from the public, officials, media, and agencies, and collaborate with government entities and community leaders.
Oversee consultant design projects and ensure alignment with program objectives.
Lead program management efforts, organize workload, allocate resources, monitor progress, and guide project managers to meet district goals.
Provide roadway technical guidance for the development of road plans and oversee QAQC services for district projects.
Engage with senior management on district-wide initiatives, support process improvements, and contribute to efficiency and performance goals.
Apply sound engineering practices and project management procedures to address transportation matters and propose policy enhancements when needed.

What you will contribute

Effective communication with diverse audiences, including presenting technical information and conducting public meetings.
Ability to manage administrative, financial, and technical functions of an engineering work unit.
Experience leading staff, programs, and budget development.
Capacity to research and analyze data, preparing and presenting technical reports.
Advanced knowledge of transportation and highway engineering principles, laws, and regulations.
Comprehensive understanding of roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications, and materials.
Familiarity with strategic and operational practices, and supervisory and human resources principles.
Experience with transportation project management and engineering, plus the ability to build cross-functional networks with colleagues, contractors, and FHWA representatives.
Proficiency in planning and scheduling work for diverse teams, and in leadership coaching, training, and development.
Customer service orientation and skill in using engineering design and analysis software.
Ability to work with all levels of management and elected or appointed officials.
Thorough knowledge of roadway safety principles affecting standards and special designs.
Valid Professional Engineer license; degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Minimum qualifications

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Experience applying civil engineering principles to roadway design and standard design knowledge, including roadway safety measures.
Experience building networks with employees from other divisions, field personnel, contractors, manufacturers, and FHWA representatives.
Leadership coaching, counseling, training, development, and effective planning and scheduling of diverse teams.
Experience with roadway construction methods, standards, specifications, and materials.
Progressively responsible managerial experience demonstrating administrative and leadership capabilities.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse audiences.
Valid Professional Engineer license.

Additional considerations

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

How you will contribute

Manage budgets to ensure expenditures stay within allocations and guide budget development for each functional area.
Enhance outreach efforts to promote VDOT's mission and engage with communities, partners, and agencies.
Oversee consultant design projects and foster a high-performance, collaborative work environment aligned with district goals.
Provide roadways technical guidance and QAQC oversight for district initiatives.
Participate in district-wide and special initiatives, contributing to program efficiencies and process improvements.
Apply established engineering practices and project management procedures to address transportation challenges and update policies as needed.

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Engineer Jobs in Suffolk, VA

Engineer Senior Project Management

District Engineer Location and Design

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