Area Engineer- Bastrop Area Office; Austin District

Area Engineer
- Bastrop Area Office (Austin District)

TxDOT's Austin District is looking for an Area Engineer at the Bastrop Area Office. This position involves keeping abreast of current transportation design innovations, modifications, laws, regulations, policies and procedures; overseeing: construction operations in the area office to include review of shop drawings, compliance with regulations, approval of letting advertising and conducting pre-construction meetings and public hearings, Design Section operations in the area office;

overseeing inspection of construction projects and temporary traffic control, operations of the maintenance sections to include planning and budgeting work with maintenance supervisors and district staff, right-of-way plan preparation and monitors acquisition processes to coordinate project letting, utility relocation/adjustment inspection and responsible for material testing and construction engineering.

Salary Plan/Grade:
Area Engineer: B30: ($ - $/yearly)

Minimum Salary:

Maximum Salary:

Pay Basis:
Yearly

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Locations:
Bastrop Area Engr/Maint Sect 174 SH 21 EAST Bastrop 78602

Travel:
Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job

Shift Details:
Hours may vary based on business needs

Location Flexibility:
Onsite

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.

Position

Description:

This position involves keeping abreast of current transportation design innovations, modifications, laws, regulations, policies and procedures; overseeing: construction operations in the area office to include review of shop drawings, compliance with regulations, approval of letting advertising and conducting pre-construction meetings and public hearings, Design Section operations in the area office; overseeing inspection of construction projects and temporary traffic control, operations of the maintenance sections to include planning and budgeting work with maintenance supervisors and district staff, right-of-way plan preparation and monitors acquisition processes to coordinate project letting, utility relocation/adjustment inspection and responsible for material testing and construction engineering.

Essential Duties:
Approves and inspects driveway, utility and drainage fill permits, and monitors removal of illegal signs. Approves project candidate submission for program calls. Coordinates with the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Aviation Administration on federally funded projects. Coordinates work and agreements with airport administrators, municipal and county governments, entertainment districts convention bureaus. Directs administrative and business operation activities including human resources, training programs, inventory oversight safety and preparation and monitoring of budgets.

Directs and plans project development and provides estimates. Directs the development of work programs to meet transportation needs within the assigned geographical area. Monitors signing, pavement marking and striping to ensure compliance with standards. Oversees, plans and executes emergency procedures, preparedness and response for a geographic area; as required responds to office/incident location to direct/oversee activities for emergency situations/conditions; reviews, recommends, and approves change orders.

Provides direction for construction projects and contract change negotiations. Represents the Department to the public; answers inquiries from governmental officials, makes media presentations, speaks at public functions and participates in other civic endeavors. Reviews all plans prepared by the area office before transmitting to district headquarters; provides technical expertise. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience:

5 YEARS transportation engineering. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Supervisory

Experience:

Must have 1 YEAR supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience. Licenses and

Certifications:

Valid…