Senior Structure and Bridge Engineer

Job Description

Title: Senior Structure and Bridge Engineer

State Role Title: Architect/Engineer II

Hiring Range: $109,655-$178,190

Pay Band: NV 6

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: NOVA District Office

Agency Website: www.vdot.virginia.gov/careers

Recruitment Type: General Public – G

Job Duties

NOVA VDOT is seeking a Structure and Bridge Senior Engineering Supervisor to serve as responsible-charge engineer in the evaluation, design, and detailing of all types and complexities of structures and bridges for new construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation projects. You will check statically determinate and indeterminate structures of concrete and steel to meet alignment, dimension, strength and economic requirements using AASHTO specifications to prepare plans. Compute dimensions and quantities of materials. Provide construction support and direction regarding construction and maintenance of structures and bridges. Manage assigned projects to ensure timely and accurate completion. Review plans prepared by others to ensure correctness.

Role and responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

Responsible Charge Engineer Fulfill duties as responsible charge engineer in compliance with policies, procedures and the Code of Virginia.

Project Management- Serve as project manager for new bridge design and bridge rehabilitation projects. Ensure effective development of bridge projects by coordinating design activities with other sections, divisions and consultants. Assist in the development of scopes of work, develop and manage project schedules, review proposals and manhours, assist with negotiations, review proposals, and coordinate activities for advertisement. Oversee project activities to meet project requirements. Maintain project records and correspondence. Attend project meetings to give and receive updates on project progress.

Meetings- Schedule, lead and participate in pre-construction conferences, contract showings, and other related structure and bridge construction meetings. Provide a thorough review of structural plans to ensure they conform with AASHTO and VDOT guidelines and specifications to minimize field problems and delays.

Policies and Procedures- Assist in the development of policies, procedures and practices reflecting proactive management of the assigned engineering program area.

Project Management and Documentation- Organize work and monitor work tasks such that projects and documentation are completed within schedule using VDOT’s standards, policies and procedures.

Process Improvements- Develop, recommend and implement process and policy improvements as needed. Assist in monitoring compliance to ensure conformance to the policy, procedures and state and federal laws and regulations.

Project Team Participation- Participate or lead project teams as assigned. Ensure timely communications between project team members and stakeholders. Ensure information is technically accurate and effectively disseminated. Review and resolve challenges to enhance team performance.

Technical Guidance and Support- Provide technical guidance and support related to bridge construction activities, issues, and problems. Develop effective and economical recommendations to respond to construction problems and other bridge-related inquiries. Participate in meetings to ensure bridge-related issues are presented.

Design, Analyze and Check Structural Elements- Prepare preliminary and final bridge and structure designs for new construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation projects. Prepare bridge plans, sketches, and structural drawings. Check structural plans prepared by others. Ensure shop plans meet AASHTO and VDOT specifications, are geometrically correct and meet requirements of project design plans. Investigate condition of existing structures and assist in developing scope of proposed bridge rehabilitations. Analyze structures for safe load carrying capacity and perform structural calculations to ensure soundness and compliance of structural elements.

Conduct Engineering Studies- Participate in or oversee engineering studies. Collect, analyze and process data and information. Develop written reports, recommendations, and solutions that are technically accurate and compliant. Prepare business correspondence and technical letters with recommendations for suggested corrective measures as a result of studies. Prepare or present formal presentations for VDOT staff, or other organizations.

Communications- Communicate effectively with customers internal and external to VDOT including local governments, elected officials, citizen groups, and FHWA.

Minimum Qualifications

* Ability to estimate quantities and costs of materials.
* Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include automated engineering and design software.
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field.
* Ability to produce structural design plans and notes.
* Experience applying civil engineering principles and practices related to structural engineering to include strength of materials, statics and structural analysis.
* Experience in structural steel design, reinforced and prestressed concrete design and soil mechanics.
* Valid Professional Engineer’s license.
* Ability to interpret construction plans and design specifications.
* Knowledge of specifications, codes and regulations related to structural design (e.g. AASHTO and LRFD structural design standards).
* Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
* Ability to manage projects and review and administer consultant design contracts.

Additional Considerations

* Experience in the design and analysis of bridges and structures.
* Experience using MS Office, bridge design, and MicroStation software.
* Experience in bridge design engineering, repair, and rehabilitation.
* Experience using AASHTO’s LRFD design specifications.
* Experience managing projects and consultant contracts.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Valid Driver’s License. Fingerprint based background check, references, work history, and DMV records check will be conducted.

All employees are required to work in emergency situations, to include weekends, holidays, and after normal business hours; assignments may vary based on business needs.

A valid Professional Engineer license in Virginia or eligible for transfer to Virginia and must maintain as condition of employment. If Professional Engineer’s license is from another state, selected candidate must show proof of application and payment for VA licensure at time of hire.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the PageUp System. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and/or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.

RMS/PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance, benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short- and Long-Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application. VDOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants” at: http://www.vdot.virginia.gov/policies/employees/.

We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics: your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore please access the following link: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/about. Click on Mission statement, shared values, and code of ethics to review them and if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

All candidates selected for an interview may be required to perform a skills demonstration as part of the interview process.

Fingerprint-based background checks, references, work history, and DMV records will be verified prior to employment. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants”: http://www.vdot.virginia.gov/policies/employees.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/pathways/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Contact Information

Name: Danielle Rayner

Phone: 703-259-2378

Email: danielle.rayner@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.