Area Engineer - Carrizo Springs, Texas

Overview

Job Description. Position Information. The challenges are sizeable, but for the right person, the rewards can be as big as Texas itself! Do you want to build an exciting career with the largest bridge program and roadway system in the country? We are looking for an Area Engineer for our Carrizo Springs Area Office, who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves, solve problems and make a difference in the process.

As the Carrizo Springs Area Engineer, you would be overseeing our construction, maintenance and emergency operations across La Salle, Dimmit and Kinney Counties. We have a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, we’d love to talk to you!

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Maximum Salary:

Pay Basis:
Yearly

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Locations:
Carrizo Springs Ae/Maint Sect 2001 N FIRST STREET Carrizo Springs 78834

Travel:
Yes, 25% of the Time

Shift: Day Job

Shift Details: 40

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.

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)

Work 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.

• Approves and inspects driveway, utility and drainage fill permits, and monitors removal of illegal signs.
• Coordinates transportation planning activities, which may include working with a Metropolitan Planning Organization.
• 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, coordinates and monitors contractors’ compliance with plans and specifications; authorizes payment of estimates, resolves differences, disputes and claims; plans preparation and approval of expenditures.
• Provides direction for construction projects and/or contract change negotiations.
• Reviews all plans prepared by the area office before transmitting to district headquarters; provides technical expertise.
• Reviews, recommends and approves change orders.
• Serves as an expert witness and participates in depositions as coordinated by the Highway Division of the Office of the Attorney General and/or the Department s General Counsel.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Education:
Bachelor s Degree in…