Bridge Maintenance Superintendent

Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center; Virginia; On-site; USD 66,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Virginia seeks an experienced leader to plan and direct the bridge maintenance program across a defined geographic area, aligning with safety standards and VDOT specifications. You will coordinate resources, develop budgets, and oversee repair or replacement of structures to ensure public safety.

The role emphasizes emergency response, safety leadership, and collaboration with public and internal stakeholders to resolve project issues while

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and interpret bridge and structure plans and specifications.
• Ability to schedule, plan, and monitor work activities.
• Considerable knowledge of structure and bridge maintenance methods, procedures, practices, and equipment.
• Knowledge of budgets, cost estimates, and inventory management.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles, policies and practices and experience to manage supervisory and crew personnel.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct the structure and bridge repair, maintenance, and replacement program for a geographical area.
• Budget and cost management: prepare cost estimates, develop budgets, monitor spending, and report manpower and project costs.
• Manage preventive maintenance and utilization of equipment to meet business needs.
• Oversee safety programs for bridge crews and ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
• Review inspection reports, prioritize needs, plan and schedule work, and monitor contracts and expenditures.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Plan & schedule

Safety compliance

Supervisory skills

Software proficiency

Reading plans

Problem solving

Public/customer service

Driver license

Education

Civil Engineering knowledge

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Virginia seeks an experienced leader to plan and direct the bridge maintenance program across a defined geographic area, aligning with safety standards and VDOT specifications. You will coordinate resources, develop budgets, and oversee repair or replacement of structures to ensure public safety.

The role emphasizes emergency response, safety leadership, and collaboration with public and internal stakeholders to resolve project issues while