Transport Opertns Manager II

Virginia Department of Transportation
Dillwyn, VA
To plan and direct the structure and bridge repair, maintenance, and replacement program for a geographical area consistent with established safety standards, VDOT specifications and procedures, and equipment operational standards.

How you will contribute:
  • Budget and Business Management: Prepare cost estimates for projects. Develop or assist in preparing budgets, monitor spending against budget, and prepare and submit manpower and project cost reports for financial tracking. Use various computer programs to maintain and report on financial and business matters. Ensure compliance with environmental requirements and best practices. Manage preventive maintenance and utilization of equipment to ensure equipment is available to meet business needs. Work with members of the public and other external and internal customers to resolve complaints and project-related issues.
  • Emergency Operations: Maintain safety of state roadways by managing the placement of temporary bridges and removal of damaged structures. Supervises snow removal operations. Support emergency operations including storm damage repairs by managing the prompt clearing of roadways of snow, ice and debris, accident clean-up and the control of traffic during and after normal working hours.
  • Job Safety: Manage the bridge crew safety program to ensure compliance with workplace safety techniques and guidelines. Monitor the safety program and implements improvements. Promote safety of equipment, self and others. Manage the maintenance of a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
  • Program Management: Review inspection reports, prioritize needs, and determine equipment, labor, materials and methods for maintenance, repair or replacement. Plan and schedule work to be done and oversee work assignments. Ensure compliance with environmental requirements. Monitor work performed and expenses against budget. Provide technical guidance and expertise to solve unusually difficult or complex problems. Monitor maintenance and hired equipment contracts for compliance with required specifications.

What will make you successful:
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to effectively resolve citizen complaints and other issues.
  • Ability to gather data, conduct research, and create reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to read and interpret bridge and structure plans and specifications.
  • Ability to schedule, plan, and monitor work activities.
  • Ability to work at heights, over or in water, in heavy traffic and under other adverse conditions.
  • Considerable knowledge of structure and bridge maintenance methods, procedures, practices, and equipment.
  • Knowledge of budgets and cost estimates.
  • Knowledge of inventory management.
  • Knowledge of supervisory principles, policies and practices and ability to manage supervisory and crew personnel.
  • Knowledge of the operation, use and preventive maintenance of light to heavy-duty construction equipment and tools.
  • Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
  • Thorough knowledge of safety practices applicable to roadway and bridge maintenance work, equipment and tools.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to effectively resolve citizen complaints and other issues successfully.
  • Ability to gather data, conduct research, and create reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to read and interpret bridge and structure plans and specifications.
  • Ability to schedule, plan, and monitor work activities.
  • Considerable knowledge of structure and bridge maintenance methods, procedures, practices, and equipment.
  • Knowledge of budgets, cost estimates, and inventory management.
  • Knowledge of supervisory principles, policies and practices and experience to manage supervisory and crew personnel.
  • Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
  • Valid driver's license.
Additional Considerations:
  • A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering or related field desired.
  • Experience developing, planning, scheduling and overseeing construction or bridge maintenance projects.
  • Experience in maintenance and construction of bridges, culverts and other highway structures. Supervisory experience in a maintenance and construction environment.
  • Experience managing performance and applying progressive discipline.
  • Experience preparing cost estimates, developing budgets, tracking costs and preparing project reports.
  • Experience with procurement, inventory and equipment management and computer programs.
  • Possession of valid CDL and DOT medical card.
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VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
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Posted 2025-09-27

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