Transportation Manager jobs in Newport News, VA

Transportation and Storm Water Project Manager

JOB SUMMARY:
Under general supervision responsible for transportation and storm water management. This position is responsible for reviewing construction, road maintenance, and operational plans; managing municipal projects; conducting field investigations; and meeting with developers, consultants, contractors, and the public to resolve problems and explain Town policies. Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews construction development plans for conformity to Town specifications and policies and coordination with adjacent developments; coordinates roads and utilities with other departments; prepares written comments.
• Meets with developers, consultants, contractors, and the public to resolve problems and explain Town policies; responds to citizen inquiries.
• Reviews specifications, plans, estimates, and reports involving the construction, maintenance, and operation of a variety of development, highways, bulkheads, and storm drainage to assure compliance with Town standards and design;
• Manages municipal projects to assure timely coordination of design and construction, including the administration of contracts.
• Represents the Town at Hampton Roads Planning District Commission (HRPDC) and engineering meetings.
• Assists the Public Works & Utilities Director with special projects.
• Assists the Planning & Community Development Department with Erosion & Sedimentation Control program;
• Administers Stormwater Management program for the Town in conjunction with requirements of NPDES, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
• Carries assigned communication devices as required and be available 24 hours per day for emergencies.
• Performs site plan review with respect to roadway and storm drainage in compliance with the current local and state specifications.
• Plans and coordinates with the Public Works Department roadway maintenance operations.
• Files documents; locates files and plans on request; research plans, files, Town ordinances, and design standards.
• Responsible for the supervision, performance management, and human resources-related functions for the Construction Inspector; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, construction management, project management or related field from an accredited university or equivalent training, education, and experience.
• Four (4) to six (6) years of related work experience to include, soil analysis, pavement design, structure design, roadway design, construction, and storm drainage design.
• Must carry assigned communication devices as required and be available 24 hours per day for emergencies.
• Must possess a valid Drivers’ License.
• Must possess excellent attention to detail.
• Must possess strong organizational skills.
• Must possess a customer service focused attitude.
• Must possess knowledge of operating standard office equipment.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience. Knowledge,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Isle of Wight County and the Town of Smithfield.
• Knowledge of the geography of the County.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering design, construction, and inspection.
• Knowledge of general construction practices, particularly as they relate to municipal improvement projects;
• Knowledge of the principles of land surveying as it relates to civil engineering design and construction, and property and easement descriptions and acquisitions;
• Knowledge of computerized mapping and geographic information systems, and associated software, as they relate to the field of civil engineering design and public works maintenance;
• Knowledge of VDOT programs and related processes;
• Knowledge in the methods, procedures and practices of municipal assessments;
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures;
• Knowledge safe working practices;
• Skill in communicating and working effectively with a team;
• Skill in planning and organizing work
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
• Skill in clarifying authority, responsibilities, and expectations; and
• Ability to research and prepare detailed engineering reports regarding proposed municipal improvements and operations and to effectively express ideas and concepts in a clear and precise manner, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to use sound professional engineering practices in making recommendations.
• Ability to supervise in an impartial, but firm manner.
• Ability to organize and formulate effective maintenance and construction programs for the Town’s infrastructure, working with large groups of employees from various technical, non-technical, and professional fields in the accomplishment of these tasks.
• Ability to complete assigned work within established deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards, and prescribed procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to meet regular attendance requirements.
• Ability to maintain the professional expertise required to perform the job effectively.
• Ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Ability to adhere to all established safety standards and ensure such standards are not violated.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with Town officials, fellow employees, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This is a moderately sedentary role; tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort which may involve some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. This would require the ability to lift/push/pull objects, climb ladders, bend or stand as necessary. The amount of weight to lift, push, or pull would not exceed ten (10) pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Tasks may risk exposure to traffic hazards, adverse weather conditions, dust, pollen, odors and loud noise.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,015.13 - $110,574.97 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Experience level:

• 4 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person