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23904 - Engineer Senior Project Controls

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Culpeper, VA, United States
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11.8% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. VDOT postings stay open a median of 8 days.

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  2. 4.4%3 days
  3. 11.8%7 days
  4. 18.6%14 days
  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 45.1%60 days
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Job Description

Provide assistance to Project Controls management for in¬-house and consultant-designed projects for the full project cycle. Perform various technical engineering duties related to project development and implementation. Conduct independent reviews of post construction claims and work orders. Provide engineering expertise in assigned program areas. Provide recommendations for resolution of 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.

How you will contribute:

Communications: Communicate effectively with customers internal and external to VDOT including local governments, elected officials, citizen groups, and FHWA. Conduct Engineering Studies: Participate in or oversee engineering studies. Collect, analyze and process data and information. Develop written reports, recommendations, and solutions that are technically accurate and compliant. Prepare business correspondence and technical letters with recommendations for suggested corrective measures as a result of studies. Prepare or present formal presentations for VDOT staff, or other organizations. Construction Project Coordination: Collaborate with construction and district staff to determine construction workloads and consultant needs. Manage various tasks of projects including development of the scope, CTDR schedule, budget, deliverables, change management, quality, HUBCAP reports, and status reports. Review District CQIP and Dashboard Measures for accuracy. Coordinate CABB questions with the design team and provide timely answers in collaboration with the construction staff. Contract Administration: Plan and develop needs for consultant contracts and assist in consultant selection process. Work with Contract Administration to support construction operations including processing monthly estimates, performing finals, payment of consultant vouchers, Site Manager AWP, PlanGrid, and Procore field support and problem resolution. Provide technical and field guidance to construction staff regarding inspection and contract administration. Assist in the review of contractor's baseline, changes in baseline, schedule updates, and resolution of operation issues. Assist with time impact analyses associated with change orders and scope impacts. Coordinate with staff in the preparation and review of NOls, contract compliance, and claims to validate necessity of work. Provide coordination and claim package preparation with central office for all claims not resolved at the district level. Policies and Procedures: Assist in the development of policies, procedures and practices reflecting proactive management of the assigned engineering program area. Process Improvements: Develop, recommend and implement process and policy improvements as needed. Assist in monitoring compliance to ensure conformance to the policy, procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. Project Management and Documentation: Organize work and monitor work tasks such that projects and documentation are completed within schedule using VDOT's standards, policies and procedures. Project Team Participation: Participate or lead project teams as assigned. Ensure timely communications between project team members and stakeholders. Ensure information is technically accurate and effectively disseminated. Review and resolve challenges to enhance team performance. Responsible Charge Engineer: Fulfill duties as responsible charge engineer in compliance with policies, procedures and the Code of Virginia.

What will make you successful:

Ability to apply advanced engineering principles and practices to a variety of complex transportation projects. Ability to build networks and relationships with employees from other divisions, field personnel, contractors, manufacturers and FHWA representatives. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences and to make presentations and conduct meetings. Ability to develop effective working relationships at all organizational levels, both internally and externally. Ability to draw rational conclusions and develop solutions from analysis; make independent decisions; and manage multiple assignments. Ability to interpret and apply local, state and federal transportation laws, regulations and guidelines. Ability to plan, coordinate and manage multiple, concurrent assignments. Ability to promote continuous improvement of contract construction using quality assurance and quality control methods. Ability to provide expert guidance regarding change order language and claims avoidance, as well as provide cost impacts and savings related to construction. Ability to read and interpret plans, contracts, specifications and regulations. Ability to research, analyze, and prepare technical reports and project correspondence. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, codes and ordinances and policies pertaining to transportation engineering. Knowledge of financial management to include budgeting and cost estimation. Knowledge of highway construction processes and practices including roadway, structures, drainage, and environmental. Knowledge of project management processes. Knowledge of strategic, operational and financial management principles, practices and techniques. Knowledge of transportation engineering principles, practices, standards, and specifications. Skill and ability to positively interact with employees, citizens and government officials. Skill in delivering exemplary customer service and the ability to interact courteously and professionally with the public and other employees. Skill in negotiating. Skill in the use of CADD for design reviews and constructability issues. Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include engineering software.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to include providing technical assistance to others. Ability to interpret construction plans, contracts, special provisions and specifications. Ability to promote continuous improvement of contract construction using quality assurance and quality control methods. Ability to research, identify and resolve construction issues, as well as preparing detailed reports on findings. Degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Knowledge of highway construction processes and practices including roadway, structures, drainage, and environmental. Skill in applying state and federal standards and regulations related to highway construction and design. Skill in managing construction issues and quality improvement applications for projects of varying complexity. Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include automated engineering and design software such as CADD. Valid Professional Engineer’s license.

Additional Considerations:

Ability to provide expert guidance regarding change order language and claims avoidance, as well as provide cost impacts and savings related to construction.

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VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.

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About Us

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.

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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:

  • Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
  • DMV Record Check
  • Work History Verification
  • References
  • Pre-employment physical
  • Drug screen
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