Contract Manager Residency

Title: Contract Manager Residency

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist I

Hiring Range: $48,900 - $79,463

Pay Band: 4

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Charlottesville Residency

Agency Website: vdot.virginia.gov/careers

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

VDOT's Culpeper District is looking to fill a position for a Contract Manager Residency for our Charlottesville Residency. This position will provide day-to-day oversight of contractors performing maintenance activities for the residency area. Manage field maintenance service contracts, interpret contract provisions and provide technical guidance to contractors and field staff.

As a Contract Manager Residency Supervisor, your primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Scope, compile and review maintenance and emergency response contracts.

Develop and recommend improvements to contract services. Secure field data to formulate and scope maintenance services, roadside contracts, pavement schedules, guardrail repair or replacement, RAAP and SAAP contracts.

Demonstrate ability to manage several assignments at the same time, working through subordinate staff.

Oversee, evaluate and document contractor performance and progress to ensure work is performed according to contract

Develop contracts according to scope for assigned program area.

Follow established processes and procedures in all phases of contract development and monitoring.

Provide contracting advice and support to others in the area of contract management.

Update and maintain records, reports and systems related to assigned contracts.

Assist in the development and management of snow removal and emergency operations contracts

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of contract development, administration and management.

• Ability to oversee contractors and crew operations.

• Ability to gather data and prepare reports.

• Valid driver's license.

• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.

• Knowledge of procurement practices.

• Ability to develop, read, interpret and apply maintenance contracts, plans and policies.

• Knowledge of federal, state and transportation rules, regulations and policies.

• Knowledge of roadway maintenance and construction operations, equipment and techniques.

• Ability to develop contract specifications, scopes of work, engineering estimates, and perform mathematical calculations.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of state permit process related to roadway construction and maintenance activities.

• Experience in contract administration and monitoring.

• A combination of training, experience, or education in business administration, public administration, engineering or related field desired.

• Experience developing maintenance contracts and monitoring contractor performance.

• Experience with contract advertisement and bidding procedures.

Special Instructions

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.

The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application or optional resume; therefore, those who fully represent their qualifications will be more successful with obtaining an interview. Submitting an incomplete application or resume lacking relevant experience detail may impact interview eligibility. State applications or resumes submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.

We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

Why Choose VDOT:
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers core benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, and leave programs. Employees participate in a State Retirement Plan; a tax-deferred Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching provision is also available. Also, the State funds a Short- and Long-Term Disability Program. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, training and tuition assistance programs, wellness programs, etc.

VDOT employees have Shared Values and abide by a Code of Ethics. Our culture includes teamwork, transparency, nimble learning, creativity, and collaboration of work that values differences. We encourage all those who apply to review our values and ethics. Click here to review http://www.virginiadot.org/about/mission andvalues.asp. If you share these values, we invite you to apply. Your success in our organization depends upon sharing these values and keeping this Code of Ethics.

VDOT is driven by safety, service to the community, and commitment to excellence! If you are driven by innovation and a passion for roadway maintenance, we want you to join our team to keep Virginia moving. As a Contract Manager Residency Supervisor, you will use our foundational drivers to play a crucial role in shaping the highways that connect communities and drive progress across the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Contact Information

Name: Alyssa Allen

Phone: 540-642-8401

Email: Alyssa.Allen@Vdot.Virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.