Construction Projects Coordinator

Hampton Roads Transit is looking for dynamic, customer service oriented, and energetic people to become part of a committed team providing excellent and effective public transportation to the Hampton Roads region. We offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment.

Salary Range: $108,342 - $140,844

• Provides management and technical support to the Chief Engineering and Facilities Officer for all LRT projects and other assigned projects.
• Serves as a liaison between City, Hampton Roads Transit (HRT), and LRT contractors to coordinate project construction.
• Administers and coordinates design and construction contracts/projects by scheduling design review meetings, providing design documents for technical reviews, developing and compiling design review comments, maintaining project status reports, preparing cost estimates, and conducting field investigations.
• Provides architectural/engineering and project management services for the LRT project and other construction projects as requested.
• Reviews engineering plans and specifications.
• Manages construction administration for LRT and other construction projects, including procurement of professional services, contract monitoring, negotiation of contract changes, review and approval of invoices.
• Develops and provides various reports to the LRT construction staff.
• Participates in Rail Activation activities, attends activation meetings, and represents HRT at local and state meetings and events as needed.
• Assists in overall management of LRT public relations activities, providing public information, receiving citizen inquiries and complaints, investigating problems, developing solutions, and attending public meetings.
• Manages records in compliance with Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Provides guidance and recommendations to Resident Engineers and Construction Inspectors to ensure compliance with HRT, State and Local construction specifications and standards.
• Provides guidance and recommendations to the Engineering Design staff to ensure compliance with HRT, State and Local design and construction standards.
• Coordinates and provides recommendations on project design and construction changes or modifications with the City of Norfolk.
• Coordinates and provides recommendations on private utility relocations among the Private Utility, HRT, and the City.
• Monitors construction progress and provides written or verbal status reports.
• Provides guidance on project scheduling for general contractors, subcontractors, and private utilities to ensure timely completion.
• Coordinates installation of private utility services to HRT facilities.
• Reviews all change notices and change orders to ensure compliance with City and HRT policies and construction standards.
• Coordinates site plan reviews and comments for new contract packages submitted by HRT to the City.
• Attends public meetings to assist HRT Public Involvement with questions related to design and construction.
• Attends meetings between HRT and the City or other outside agencies to provide input and guidance on design and construction practices.
• Meets with residents or businesses individually to answer questions about construction.
• Resolves design or construction conflicts between the City and HRT.

• Knowledge of mapping programs (GIS), AutoCAD, and other desktop programs (Access, Excel, Word, Power Point) for creating maps, presentations, and charts.
• Ability to read, write, and understand technical diagrams, schematics, and verbal/written instructions.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Experience preparing technical reports.
• Public speaking skills for interacting with citizens, consultants, public officials, and community presentations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Access, Excel, Word, Power Point, GIS, AutoCAD.

• Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner, protecting oneself, employees, and the public.
• Ensures all employees and…