Technical Project Manager II-Design Section

Position Information

TxDOT's Corpus Christi District is looking for a Technical Project Manager II to work out of our Central Design Office, located in Corpus Christi, TX! We have a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk!

Our Central Design Office produces Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E) for project scopes that include preventive maintenance, rehabs, bridge replacements and freeway expansions. We are responsible for designing projects that meet current design standards, coordinating with all project owners and producing accurate PS&E. We have a friendly office environment that will make every day enjoyable. Be part of a great design team and work on the latest 3D design software by applying.

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

Oversees and performs advanced engineering, architectural, construction inspection or other technical project management work. Provides leadership and oversight related to all aspects of architectural or engineering construction projects by planning, and controlling all elements of the project OR oversees one aspect of multiple engineering construction or otherwise technical projects. Responsible for review and development of projects objectives and for maintaining the project integrity through ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal laws, policies and procedures. Responsible for oversight of all quality assurance/quality control aspects of technical projects. Work requires extensive contact with agency management, governmental officials and private entities. Typically reports to Section/Staff level managers. Serves as a Lead Worker. Employees at this level are virtually self -supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

• Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client satisfaction goals and objectives.
• Serves as a lead worker.
• Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans and ensures adherence to approved safety standards.
• Oversees project assignments, determines work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.
• Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan
  
  development by others.
• Trains professional and technical staff.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basi s. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 6 years construction project management; project management, process engineering and/or business process improvement methodologies. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Safety Impact Certificate

Competencies:

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Applicable project development (planning, environmental, right of way, design, letting, construction, and project closeout) document preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Project scheduling and coordination activities
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Operating computers and applicable computer software

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)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• 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.