The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of Dragados, VINCI, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3bn Design Build project –the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The project scope across a 9 mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45’ diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America. The project is expected to continue to the end of 2025.

Interpreter Job Description Template

We are looking for a competent Interpreter to provide assistance to non-English speakers across a range of activities. The interpreter will provide interpretation services during various processes, and make sight translations of documents. You will provide accurate concepts and explanations with no additions or omissions, and according to conventions of established interpretation protocol.

To ensure success you need to process and impart information swiftly, and relay intentions, emotions and tone in your interpretations. Preferred applicants have outstanding problem-solving skills, and have the ability to work to a high level of accuracy.

Interpreter Responsibilities:

• Acting as Interpreter between a wide range of people with diverse voices, accents, speaking tempos and personalities.
• Providing parties with clear and exact translations of written materials, and interpretations of verbal communication.
• Providing interpretations of questions, answers, statements, arguments, explanations and other forms of verbal communication.
• Rendering sight translations of documents and other written materials.
• Imparting thought, purpose, spirit, emotions and tone of speakers from source language into target language.
• Interpreting with no additions or omissions.
• Informing relevant parties of factors that may hinder your performance.
• Completion of daily activity logs and other documentation.
• Complying with applicable ethics and standards.

Interpreter Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
• Valid certificate of accredited interpreting training.
• Excellent bilingual communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Proficient with use of office equipment.
• Outstanding listening, retention and note-taking skills.
• Proficient enunciation and pronunciation skills, and pleasant, professional voice.
• Proficient understanding of cultural sensitivity, and ability to collaborate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

HRCP and affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer