Transportation Specialist III - Schematic Team Lead

Job Description – Transportation Specialist III – Schematic Team Lead (2602152)

The TxDOT Houston District is seeking a qualified Transportation Specialist III to serve as a Team Lead within the Schematic Section. This position provides advanced technical expertise and coordination for the development of roadway schematics and project development activities supporting transportation improvement projects throughout the Houston District. The selected candidate will serve as a lead worker and technical resource responsible for coordinating in‑house schematic development efforts, mentoring staff, managing project assignments, and supporting project delivery from planning through PS&E development.

This position will utilize Open Roads Designer (ORD) and related software applications to develop roadway schematics, project exhibits, and preliminary geometric layouts while working closely with the Environmental Section, Design, Traffic, Right of Way, Utilities, and Project Management personnel. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transportation professional seeking a leadership role while remaining actively engaged in project development and delivery.

54,278.00

87,046.00

Yearly

Nonexempt

Hou District Headquartrs 7600 WASHINGTON AVENUE Houston 77007

No Shift :
Day Job Shift Details : 40 Hrs./Week 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.

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Provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving multiple design and/or advanced building construction projects, construction of transportation systems, traffic operations, maintenance of highways and facilities, or bridge inspection and appraisal in accordance with Department standards. Assists with project planning and oversight, and the development of policies and procedures for area of responsibility. Work requires contact with governmental officials, consultants, contractors and private entities.

Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Assists in overseeing design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.

• Assists in overseeing project assignments and determining work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.

Assists in overseeing project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.

• Develops and monitors budgets.
• Develops and prepares consultant work orders and agreements.
• May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.

Meets with the public to discuss complaints and coordinates proposals with other governmental officials.

Represents the Department at various meetings.

Researches and evaluates data, interprets and analyzes results, prepares reports and recommends solutions to problems.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

5 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

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