What drives you? Whether it’s knowing the work you do makes a difference or working on exciting and challenging projects the Virginia Department of Transportation has something for you. The Richmond District has an exciting opportunity for a Planning Specialist Senior Supervisor who will play a leadership role assisting the District Planning Manager in carrying out transportation planning activities for the rapidly increasing Richmond area transportation network.

The Operations section of Public Works is currently seeking a Traffic Operations Superintendent to oversee traffic field operations and to assist with emergency response efforts to natural and man-made disasters. The ideal candidate will be experienced in performing duties in a local government setting and who can inspire and motivate employees to achieve the Department’s mission in an efficient and effective manner.

What drives you? Whether it’s knowing the work you do makes a difference or working on exciting and challenging projects. VDOT has an exciting job opportunity for you! VDOT Richmond District is seeking a self-motivated individual to provide technical review of land development plans consistent with VDOT specifications, standards, policies and procedures for the Ashland Residency Land Use Office located in the heart of Hanover County, Virginia.

Are you someone driven by innovation, with a passion for design? We are looking for professionals with hydraulic engineering interest, who can support the Virginia Department of Transportation in constructing new drainage designs to keep Virginia Safe and moving! VDOT’s Richmond District (located in South Chesterfield, Virginia) seeks a professional individual to assist the District Hydraulics Engineer to meet drainage design requirements by supporting roadway, maintenance and bridge design staff in hydrology and hydraulic principles and design.

Our Construction Division is seeking an Engineer Specification to join our team. The Specifications section is responsible for managing the VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications to include coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, reviewing proposed changes, maintaining specifications documentation, and developing pay items.

Our Construction Division is seeking a Program Consultant Supervisor Construction to join our team. The purpose of this position is to assist the Contracts section in advertising and executing VDOT’s Paving projects. Develop and review for accuracy Paving project proposals, contracts and estimates. In addition, this position will provide technical guidance, and problem resolution to internal and external customers. This position will also represent the Central Office Construction Division on various Asphalt paving committees.

The selected candidate will utilize established procedures and provide program support to the Traffic and Incident Management work group. Apply incident, emergency, and traffic management principles to related tasks to achieve positive and proactive movements within the program. Provide expert analytical responses based on data to support program enhancements. In addition, the candidate will directly support the State Traffic Operations Manager with the inventory duties of STARS radio equipment. Serve as the agency’s backup to the (UARC) User Advisory Radio Committee coordinator in partnership with nine construction districts and five VDOT operational regions.

Our Structure and Bridge Division at the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking a highly skilled Engineer, Senior for the Load Rating and Hauling Permit Section. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving abilities, sound engineering judgment, and the capacity to work independently while upholding the integrity of the state’s infrastructure.

The Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) is excited to offer and announce a competitive opportunity to serve as a Transportation Planning Specialist in the Central Office – Richmond. The selected candidate will support the Strategically Targeted Affordable Roadway Solutions (STARS) program with technical assistance. Multiple vacancies will be filled through this recruitment.

What drives you? Whether it’s knowing the work you do makes a difference, having a great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging projects, leading innovation, and championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to professionalism. At the Virginia Department of Transportation, we have something for you.