Area Construction Engineer — District Project Leader

Virginia-Department-of-Transportation; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks a senior construction program leader to guide inspection staff and managers toward district contract goals in safety, quality, schedule, and budgeting. You will oversee contract construction activities regionally, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, federal, and state standards.

Responsibilities include directing project development, evaluating constructability, and coordinating with FHWA and district teams to optimize resources and

Qualifications

• Ability to apply federal, FHWA, state, and local transportation rules and policies.
• Strong communication skills for diverse audiences and meetings.
• Experience overseeing multiple construction projects of varying complexity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide construction inspection staff and managers to achieve district contract goals for safety, quality, schedule, and budgeting.
• Oversee contract construction activities within a geographic region and ensure compliance with standards.
• Conduct constructability reviews focusing on scheduling and prepare project schedules and timeframes.

Skills

Project scheduling

Construction management

Team leadership

Budget management

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks a senior construction program leader to guide inspection staff and managers toward district contract goals in safety, quality, schedule, and budgeting. You will oversee contract construction activities regionally, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, federal, and state standards.

Responsibilities include directing project development, evaluating constructability, and coordinating with FHWA and district teams to optimize resources and