Senior Construction Manager – Transportation (VDOT Projects)

Jobot; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer in Virginia to lead major transportation construction projects. The role demands overseeing construction activities, ensuring compliance with VDOT standards, and managing change orders. With over 10 years of experience in transport construction engineering and a PE license in Virginia required, you will act as the engineering authority in the field.

This position offers an opportunity to make critical engineering decisions while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transportation construction engineering.
• Strong background in VDOT projects.
• Experience with bridge and roadway construction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction engineering activities as the Responsible Charge Engineer.
• Lead construction oversight efforts for bridge and roadway projects.
• Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Construction engineering leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Knowledge of VDOT standards

Education

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Virginia

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Resident Engineer to serve in a Responsible Charge Engineer (RCE) capacity on major transportation construction projects in Virginia. This individual will act as the senior engineering authority in the field, ensuring all construction activities align with applicable standards, specifications, and project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Responsible Charge Engineer overseeing construction engineering activities.
• Act as the owner’s representative for engineering decision‑making and compliance.
• Lead construction oversight efforts for bridge and roadway projects.
• Manage and review change orders and supplemental agreements, construction schedules and budgets, contractor submittals and RFIs.
• Ensure adherence to VDOT Road & Bridge Specifications, VDOT Construction Manual, MUTCD and applicable standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and direction to field engineering and inspection teams.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, claims, and field issues.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Virginia (required).
• 10+ years of experience in transportation construction engineering.
• Strong background in VDOT projects (highly preferred).
• Experience with bridge and roadway construction, Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI), Resident Engineer or similar leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of VDOT standards and specifications, construction administration processes.
• Proven ability to lead teams and make independent engineering decisions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Salary: $130,000 - $170,000 per year.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.