Transportation Project Manager, Engineering Programs

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

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a Project Manager responsible for planning, organizing, monitoring, and directing work activities to complete assigned transportation projects. The role requires coordinating with internal staff, local governments, consultants, and the public to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.

The successful candidate will apply engineering principles, communicate effectively, and lead multidisciplinary teams while managing scopes, schedules, and budgets in

Qualifications

• Plan, organize, monitor and direct work activities for projects.
• Prepare analyses, reports, and recommendations based on engineering determinations.
• Provide engineering support and consultation related to engineering programs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze information and prepare clear reports and recommendations.
• Assemble and lead project teams across multiple disciplines.
• Manage program budgets and track expenditures to meet objectives.
• Communicate with internal staff, local governments, consultants and public stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project schedules using Work Breakdown Structures.
• Ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulations.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Communication

Team leadership

Engineering principles

Schedule management

Contract management

Risk management

Problem solving

Interagency coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree

PMP certification

Professional Engineering license

Engineer-in-Training certification

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a Project Manager responsible for planning, organizing, monitoring, and directing work activities to complete assigned transportation projects. The role requires coordinating with internal staff, local governments, consultants, and the public to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.

The successful candidate will apply engineering principles, communicate effectively, and lead multidisciplinary teams while managing scopes, schedules, and budgets in