Hourly Senior Engineering Technician – Location & Design (Richmond District)

In today’s cost estimate driven environment, VDOT Richmond District Location & Design is excited to announce they are seeking an hourly Senior Engineering Technician to serve as a cost estimation technician which will assist in unit price comparison analyses for estimates of VDOT and Locally Administered projects. The selected candidate will also assist in pre-scoping application validation efforts for various funding programs including, but not limited to SMART SCALE, State of Good Repair and Transportation Alternatives. You will coordinate the flow of information, both orally and in writing, to and from others that contribute to the overall project; communicate with VDOT staff as well as external staff to proactively resolve issues; and compile/maintain reports and project records.

THIS IS AN HOURLY/WAGE POISTIION AND IS NOT ENTITLED TO STATE BENEFITS PACKAGE AND IS LIMITED TO NO MORE THAN 1500 HOURS IN A 12-MONTH PERIOD.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Knowledge of standard drafting methods, procedures, and roadway engineering design principles
• Ability to read, interpret technical plans/specifications and analyze roadway plans
• Ability to make mathematical and algebraic computations and to measure, calculate and reconcile pay quantities
• Skill in the use of computers to include Microsoft Office
• Skill in the use of drafting tools, equipment, and engineering software
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Considerations:
• A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Technologies, or related field desired
• Experience in civil engineering, roadway design and technical drafting
• Ability to maintain detailed records, create/analyze reports and maintain project files
• Experience with bid tabulation generating software
• Skill in the use of project/construction management, and data analysis software
• Experience in roadway construction and/or inspecting roadway construction projects
• Cost estimation experience desired

Special Instructions:

THIS IS AN HOURLY/WAGE POSITION AND IS NOT ENTITLED TO STATE BENEFITS PACKAGE IS LIMITED TO NO MORE THAN 1500 HOURS IN A 12-MONTH PERIOD. Fingerprint based background check, 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.

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. 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.

Contact Information:
Name: Rebecca Emory
Phone: (804) 401-0234
Email: Rebecca.Emory@vdot.virginia.gov