Virginia Department of Transportation · 21 hours ago
05644 - Eng Tech Sr Traffic
Colonial Heights, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelVirginia Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining an efficient and safe highway system. The Senior Traffic Engineering Technician will conduct traffic engineering studies, prepare designs and plan reviews, and provide technical assistance to ensure compliance with policies and standards.
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Responsibilities
Conduct routine to complex traffic engineering, safety and operational studies to provide an efficient and safe highway system for the traveling public
Collect and evaluate data, document field conditions, and develop recommendations for improvements
Prepare sketches and designs using software applications
Conduct traffic engineering plan reviews
Provide engineering technical support and assistance to assigned program area
Communicate with VDOT staff as well as external staff (consultants, localities, etc.) to proactively resolve issues
Advise supervisor on critical developments and field observations
Gather and document field information
Collect, evaluate and analyze data and compile reports of study findings
Prepare correspondence and technical documents with recommendations for corrective measures and improvements
Maintain study files, reports and documentation
Prepare designs, sketches and design recommendations for signals, work zones, signage, pavement marking, traffic control, detours and other improvements and projects
Perform plan reviews and provide support for construction and maintenance projects
Apply advance principles and practices of engineering technology to assigned program areas
Interpret policies and procedures and apply in daily work assignments
Review or inspect field work being performed by VDOT staff or contractors
Determine compliance with policies, procedures and standards
Document, enter and complete required data such as work orders , schedules or records
Provide technical assistance to field staff and contractors and provide training
Compile and maintain automated and written reports and project records for assigned program areas
Records are maintained in accordance with guidelines and policies
Address questions, policies and procedures related to assigned program area
Provide support to field personnel
Provide guidance related to VDOT policy and standards
Demonstrate knowledge of all project activities and deliverables
Manage time to ensure project work is completed efficiently and within timeframes established by supervisor
Inform supervisor in a timely manner regarding issues which may affect the scheduled completion of an assignment
Qualification
Required
Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze a variety of technical data and develop findings and recommendations
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with customers
Ability to monitor or inspect work performed by others and provide technical training and guidance
Ability to read and interpret road construction plans and to prepare plan sketches and diagrams
Ability to work effectively with others on technical issues
Experience in traffic engineering studies, data collection and analysis, or design
Knowledge of roadway safety and traffic engineering rules, regulations, specifications and guidelines
Knowledge of traffic engineering principles, standards, regulations and practices
Skill in the use of computers and software and web-based applications to include MS Office, Synchro, and CADD
Preferred
A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering or related field desired
Familiarity with MUTCD, Virginia Work Area Protection Manual, Highway Capacity Manual and VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications
Company
Virginia Department of Transportation
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels.
Founded in 1875
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.9MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2022-02-16Grant· $1.9M
Leadership Team
Laura Farmer
Chief Financial Officer
Edward Cooper
Deputy Chief Information Officer
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