Senior Engineering Program Manager, Traffic & Safety

Wayne State University; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Program Manager Traffic in Mechanicsville, VA to lead statewide transportation safety programs, manage data systems, and guide technical staff. Role emphasizes policy compliance, stakeholder coordination, and strategic planning across divisions.

The position requires a Civil Engineering degree with a PE license, strong data analysis skills, and mastery of traffic engineering tools.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze large quantities of data and identify actionable insights.
• Strong written and oral communication with diverse audiences.
• Experience applying supervisory and HR practices including hiring and performance management.
• Experience leading professional engineering staff on complex projects.
• Proficiency with traffic engineering analysis software.
• Knowledge of transportation safety program development and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance for statewide transportation safety programs and HSIP-related initiatives.
• Oversee data programs such as traffic monitoring and crash data reporting to internal/external customers.
• Set objectives and priorities for the team to align with statewide goals.
• Address issues proactively and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement performance measures for traffic network evaluation.
• Coordinate with districts and local jurisdictions to promote safety programs.

Skills

Data analysis

Written and oral communication

Leadership

Team management

Policy interpretation

Engineering software knowledge

Public stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Synchro

CORSIM

VISSIM

HCS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Program Manager Traffic in Mechanicsville, VA to lead statewide transportation safety programs, manage data systems, and guide technical staff. Role emphasizes policy compliance, stakeholder coordination, and strategic planning across divisions.

The position requires a Civil Engineering degree with a PE license, strong data analysis skills, and mastery of traffic engineering tools.