Area Engineer - Waco Area Office; Waco District

Area Engineer - Waco Area Office

TxDOT's Waco District is looking for a leader to be the next Area Engineer at the Waco Area Office. As Area Engineer you will oversee day to day construction and maintenance operations with the office area of responsibility and will have direct accountability to the delivery of projects and the ongoing maintenance of the roadway system. You will work with TxDOT planning and design staff as well as local governments and Metropolitan Planning Organizations to set long term priorities for the transportation systems within the greater Waco area.

You will lead a great team working projects that improved impacts the lives of central Texas every day. You will be a daily voice for Texas internal and external Safety Missions. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become a key player in maintaining vital transportation systems!

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Yearly FLSA Status:
Exempt

Waco Area Office 7479 BAGBY AVE Waco 76712

Yes, 10% of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details:
Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm 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.

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; 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 transportation planning activities, which may include working with a Metropolitan Planning Organization, develops the 20-year Transportation Plan and oversees the Transportation Improvement Plan Directs administrative and business operation activities including human resources, training programs, inventory oversight, safety and preparation and monitoring of budgets 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 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 Provides direction for construction projects and/or 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 Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Education:

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

Experience:

5 years…