Maintenance Operations Superintendent

Virginia Department of Transportation; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance program manager for Area Headquarters. The role oversees planning, budgeting, and operations for assigned maintenance initiatives, including pavement crews, sign marking, emergency response, and inventory control.

You will ensure safety practices, compliance with IMS and federal guidelines, and timely reporting of expenditures. The successful candidate will analyze data, communicate effectively, and coordinate with internal teams and

Qualifications

• Ability to gather data, maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Ability to interpret policies and plan work within a budget.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Budget and business management for maintenance programs and annual expenditures.
• Direct pavement crews and coordinate sign marking duties within schedules and budgets.
• Respond to customer concerns and coordinate with stakeholders on service levels.
• Oversee emergency operations, snow removal and hurricane preparedness.
• Manage inventory, IMS processes and procurement activities.
• Ensure safety programs and maintain clean, safe work environment.
• Monitor contracts, review road condition needs and report costs.

Skills

Data analysis

Effective communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Problem solving

Staff supervision

Customer service

Planning

Reading plans

Computer skills

Education

Business Administration or Transportation Operations background

DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control certification

Tools

IMS system

Traffic work zone system

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a maintenance program manager for Area Headquarters. The role oversees planning, budgeting, and operations for assigned maintenance initiatives, including pavement crews, sign marking, emergency response, and inventory control.

You will ensure safety practices, compliance with IMS and federal guidelines, and timely reporting of expenditures. The successful candidate will analyze data, communicate effectively, and coordinate with internal teams and