Senior Area Construction Engineer

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a leader to guide construction inspection teams across a district, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery of highway projects. The role involves directing staff, managing budgets, and providing professional engineering leadership on complex transportation contracts.

The position requires strong collaboration with FHWA, district personnel, and external partners to meet program goals and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and schedules.

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 provide professional engineering advice.
• Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Coordinate with FHWA and district staff on work orders, notices, and claims.
• Prepare constructability reviews, bids, and progress reports.
• Foster partnerships with stakeholders and communicate project status and challenges.

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a leader to guide construction inspection teams across a district, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery of highway projects. The role involves directing staff, managing budgets, and providing professional engineering leadership on complex transportation contracts.

The position requires strong collaboration with FHWA, district personnel, and external partners to meet program goals and regulatory standards.