Position Summary The Manager of Facilities and Vertical Construction serves as the Highway Division's senior technical, managerial, and policy authority for statewide facility planning, vertical construction, and facility repair and maintenance programs. This position provides strategic leadership, establishes programmatic direction, and exercises a substantial degree of independent judgment in the formulation, interpretation, and implementation of policies governing facility maintenance, and the Highway Division's facility improvement program and major capital building initiatives. In this role, the Manager is responsible not only for execution of projects but also for shaping and advancing policies, standards, and long-term strategies that guide the planning, design, construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of all Highway Division facilities. This includes buildings, structures, garages, salt sheds, and related assets. The Manager ensures that policies and procedures are aligned with evolving regulatory requirements, engineering standards and specifications, industry best practices, and organizational priorities, and has authority to recommend, develop, and implement changes that impact statewide operations. The position oversees complex, high-value facility projects and programs, requiring the application of advanced engineering principles, construction management practices, and expert-level knowledge of regulatory frameworks, including MassDOT policies, DCAMM procedures, Chapter 30 and Chapter 149 requirements, and applicable building codes. Duties and Responsibilities Lead the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of facility-related policies, procedures, standards, and specifications. Exercise independent judgment in interpreting regulatory and statutory requirements. Prepare analyses and recommendations that influence statewide operational policy, promote efficiency, asset reliability, safety, and contractor accountability, including warranty enforcement. Plan, oversee, and manage major facility repair, maintenance, and improvement projects (e.g., buildings, garages, salt sheds), ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with engineering and regulatory standards and regulations. Ensure all facility-related projects are planned and delivered in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, codes, contractual requirements, and established and emerging policies, as well as all engineering standards and specifications, and state and federal requirements. Lead and manage the Highway Division's multi-year facility improvement program, including capital building and vertical construction projects, ensuring alignment with statewide priorities and strategic plans, and engineering directives. Review plans, specifications, and bid documents for accuracy and constructability; conduct site inspections; evaluate alternatives; ensure compliance with applicable codes, policies, and engineering best practices. Supervise and direct assigned staff and consultants. Coordinate with Highway District Facility Engineers, internal business units, and external stakeholders to ensure collaboration and effective project execution. Procure and manage professional service and maintenance contracts in accordance with MassDOT, DCAMM, Chapter 30, and Chapter 149 requirements; negotiate scopes and fees, monitor performance, and approve payments. Preferred Qualifications Requires strong knowledge of: Professional engineering principles related to vertical construction and facility systems; Capital project planning, construction management, and contract administration; Massachusetts public construction laws, including Chapters 30 and 149; DCAMM and MassDOT policies, procedures, and standards; Building codes, permitting processes, and regulatory compliance; This position also requires strong leadership, communication, analytical and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to formulate policy and manage multiple complex initiatives in a high- accountability public sector environment. A finalist for this position must be able to pass a comprehensive background check including a criminal record check, Department of Revenue (DOR) check, and employment references. About MassDOT The 4,000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth's residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT's inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers. MassDOT's divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions. Minimum Entrance Requirements This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered. Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply. Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position. Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in: Engineering work in construction, construction management, construction/bridge/tunnel or building inspection, electrical, HVAC, traffic, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, facility, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils or materials testing. Of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience. III. A Graduate degree or higher in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience. IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience. A current and valid Massachusetts Professional Engineer's (PE) License may substitute for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. Based on assignment, a current and valid Massachusetts PE license may be required. For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us. For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722. For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: EngineeringOrganization: Massachusetts Department of Transportation Title: Manager of Facilities & Vertical Construction (Engineering Manager VII) Location: Massachusetts-10 Park Plaza Requisition ID: 260004CB
