Program Manager - DOT

JE Dunn; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Non-Union

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a DOT Program Manager to oversee the organization’s compliance program for Department of Transportation requirements. You will lead DOT programs, ensure driver qualifications, registrations, and permits are current, and work with operations and safety teams to maintain regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

The role requires extensive DOT knowledge, project management skills, and the ability to coordinate across geographically dispersed teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of fleet management and DOT compliance experience.
• Experience managing DOT compliance programs, transportation operations, or fleet compliance preferred.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, driver qualification requirements, vehicle licensing, and Hours of Service rules preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain DOT compliance programs and processes.
• Oversee Driver Qualification Files (DQFs) to ensure complete and accurate documentation.
• Ensure equipment registrations, licensing, and permits remain current and compliant.
• Monitor daily vehicle inspection reports and coordinate preventive maintenance activities.
• Manage Hours of Service (HOS) compliance, including driver log reviews and regulatory adherence.
• Conduct compliance audits, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for DOT regulations and compliance requirements.
• Partner with operations, safety, and fleet teams to maintain regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Conduct professional and unbiased actions; comply with company policies.

Skills

DOT compliance

Fleet management

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Documentation

Education

Relevant experience

Job description

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Role Summary

The DOT Program Manager will serve as the Program Manager for overseeing and managing all aspects of the organization’s Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance program. This role ensures adherence to federal, state, and company regulations while supporting safe and efficient transportation operations. This position willcollaborate with a team of other professionals to deliver consistent and innovative solutions that can scale for our growing company.All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

• Autonomy & Decision-Making: Makes most decision and consults with supervisor as needed.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

DOT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT FAMILY – CORE

• Manage and maintain DOT compliance programs and processes.
• Oversee Driver Qualification Files (DQFs) to ensure complete and accurate documentation.
• Ensure equipment registrations, licensing, and permits remain current and compliant.
• Monitor daily vehicle inspection reports and coordinate preventive maintenance activities.
• Manage Hours of Service (HOS) compliance, including driver log reviews and regulatory adherence.
• Conduct compliance audits, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for DOT regulations and compliance requirements.
• Partner with operations, safety, and fleet teams to maintain regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

• Other duties as assigned.
• Conducts actions in a professional and unbiased manner.
• Complies with all company and site policies and best practice standards.
• Continuously develops proficiency and understanding in the role.
• Maintains a professional appearance and work space.
• Participates in and complies with all company safety and quality programs and procedures.
• Utilizes relevant JE Dunn technology to support all assigned responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Communication skills, verbal and written – Advanced
• Knowledge of function-specific activities
• Track record of developing the long-term capabilities of others and the organization as a whole
• Strong business acumen to effectively align HR and learning programs with company goals
• Proficient at working with business leaders in a highly matrixed, complex business and ability to develop collaborative solutions to business and organizational needs
• Demonstrated project management skills and experience leading large complex projects across geographically dispersed teams
• Highly organized and able to manage time and resources to accomplish priorities
• Ability to multi-task, effectively facilitating multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to tailor communication to different individuals and audiences from senior executives to external speakers and partners to program participant
• Ability to organize and track key information in a variety of formats
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally

Education

• In lieu of the above requirements, relevant experience will be considered

Experience

• 8+ years’ relevant experience in fleet management and DOT compliance(Required)
• Experience managing DOT compliance programs, transportation operations, or fleet compliance. (Preferred)
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, driver qualification requirements, vehicle licensing, and Hours of Service rules. (Preferred)

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.

JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [e-mail]

JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

***For this opportunity, JE Dunn Construction will not sponsor an applicant for work visa status or employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including but not limited to H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, O-1, or future sponsorship for U.S. lawful permanent residence status.)***

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