Safety Rest Area Project Manager and Inspector - Maintenance Division

Safety Rest Area Project Manager and Inspector

Come be a part of the best Safety Rest Area (SRA) program in the country. The Maintenance (MNT) Division is looking for a project manager and inspector to oversee the performance based operations and maintenance contracts. TxDOT's Safety Rest Areas are safe and beautiful and are a much needed stopping point for travelers throughout Texas. MNT is looking for someone who will share in our pride for our SRA's and work towards keeping them the best in the country.

Come and get to see many parts of Texas as you travel and perform your work.

Work location:

The selected candidate's work location may be Headquartered in Austin or any of the following 25 TxDOT District offices located in Abilene, Amarillo, Atlanta, Austin, Beaumont, Brownwood, Bryan, Corpus Christi, Childress, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Houston, Laredo, Lubbock, Lufkin, Odessa, Paris, Pharr, San Angelo, San Antonio, Tyler, Waco, Wichita Falls, and Yoakum. Safety rest areas to be inspected will be throughout Texas assisting other Maintenance Division inspectors.

Minimum Salary: $61,184.00

Maximum Salary: $99,658.00

Pay Basis:
Yearly

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Locations:
Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel:
Yes, 50% of the Time

Shift: Day Job

Shift Details: 40 flexible hours per week or M-Th 10 hours

Location Flexibility:
Onsite

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)

Manages and monitors performance based contracts providing quality oversight of contractor performance to contract requirements for safety rest area custodial services, vegetation management, litter and debris removal, snow and ice removal; and pavement, structure, drainage, traffic management and safety devices, and associated appurtenance maintenance. Manages the repair and maintenance projects delivered through the maintenance contractor and their subcontractors. Produce scopes of work, issue request for proposals, evaluates pricing, and makes recommendations for approval.

Inspects facility assets and provides condition assessment of facilities and appurtenances. Work requires contact with contractors and private entities.

• Coordinates and monitors response to public complaints.
• Coordinates and/or prepares monthly and final estimates.
• Prepares scopes of services, request for proposals, cost review, and management of work for repair and maintenance projects.
• Participates in the negotiation, development, and implementation of service contracts.
• Conducts follow-up inspections to evaluate corrective actions taken to achieve acceptable performance within the contract parameters.
• Monitors and assesses service provider response to incident of inclement weather, flooding, accidents and hazardous material spills and/or security affecting roadway and/or safety rest areas.
• Monitors service provider performance of custodial services, vegetation management, litter/debris removal; maintenance of pavements, structures, drainage, traffic management and safety devices; and associated appurtenances and/or building systems.
• Monitors, inspects, reviews, evaluates, and tracks service provider compliance with contract requirements.
• Prepares reports on quality condition assessments and time based frequency attainment of contract services.
• Reviews and evaluates information on performance based service delivery system methods, outputs, and activities to identify gaps in resources; recommends improvements.
• Travels throughout the state to perform site visits and monitor maintenance programs and contract adherence.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

8 years of experience in service provider oversight, contract assessment, inspection/assessment of highways, buildings and appurtenances. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

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