Construction Section Director - Construction Division
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TxDOT's Construction Division is looking for an experienced engineer to lead our CST construction section. The CST construction section handles TxDOT's contract claims process and provides support to TxDOT's 25 districts on all matters related to contract administration.
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
- Retirement Plans
- Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Leave and Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
- On-the-Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
- Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Directs and oversees all activities of the Construction Section to include field engineering; automated data management for construction contracts; contractor claims resolution regarding contract costs, payments and revisions; development and review of specifications for construction projects; compliance with labor laws and proposed and approved legislation affecting construction. Reports to the Director, Construction Division. Manages professional, technical and administrative employees. Work requires extensive contact with high-level executives, governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Essential Duties:
- Analyzes federal/state regulations and recommends and implements policy and procedures for division activities.
- Directs and coordinates construction contract administration with the Federal Highway Administration on federally funded projects.
- Directs and coordinates development and review of specifications for transportation construction projects.
- Directs the activities of professional and technical staff engaged in the review, analysis, and recommendations for contract administration issues, including contract changes, disputes, and claims.
- Represents the Department at national, state and local levels concerning construction.
- Monitors, investigates and resolves concerns relating to contract costs, payment approvals and changes/revisions.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering . Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
- 4 years of experience in transportation/construction engineering. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
- Must have three (3) years managerial/supervisory experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
- Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
- Licensed Professional Engineer*
* Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment.
Competencies:
- Highway construction and maintenance
- Developing, implementing, and monitoring budgets and resources
- Specification language and requirements
- Application of contract language
- Directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and responsibilities through individual performance plans; monitoring and measuring performance against goals; evaluating results and making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines
- Planning and coordinating workshops, seminars and task force activities
- Directing the development of policy and operating procedures
- Developing and giving presentations
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
- Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
- Standing-prolonged periods of time
- Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
- Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
- Location:
- Austin
- Job Type:
- PartTime
