Project Development Project Manager - Bridge Division

Job Description - Project Development Project Manager - Bridge Division (2602259) TxDOT’s Bridge Division is looking for a Project Development Project Manager. This engineer will be part of a team of project managers who manage the Bridge Rehabilitation and Bridge Replacement Funding Program. This position utilizes bridge condition data and works with District and Division personnel to identify candidate bridge projects for replacement, major rehabilitation, or preventative maintenance. Once projects are selected, work with districts, consultants, and in-house design staff to develop bridge projects to improve bridge conditions. Texas’ inventory of over 57,000 bridges is 28,000 more than any other state and, more than the combined inventories of 17 states. For more information, visit our page on the Texas Bridge Program. If you are looking for a career as part of a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide and you have the technical and leadership skills to help manage bridge projects aimed at improving the condition of the largest bridge program in the country, let’s talk! At TxDOT, we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include, flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website. This position is based at our state-of-the-art headquarters in South Austin. Check out our facility and amenities at the Stassney Campus Preview. E280 Transportation Engineer I - $65,104-$98,500 E281 Transportation Engineer II - $69,572-$106,000 Minimum Salary 65,104.00 Maximum Salary 106,000.00 Pay Basis Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt Work Locations Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744 Travel Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 hr/wk some weekends/holidays 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) Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or maintenance. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. Analyzes and reports on routine program funding change scenarios and their impact to individual project schedules. Assists project managers to establish realistic and achievable schedule baselines. Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans. Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Recommends bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer II - Performs all of the above plus Assists in developing and/or monitoring budgets. Verifies project eligibility and assists with ranking projects and funding. Makes presentations and represents TxDOT. Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS. Experience 4 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (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.Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications 5 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (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.Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Licenses and Certification Licensed Prof Engineer* Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment. Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines Monitoring the status and progress of projects Administering applicable programs Analyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals Transportation Engineer II - All of the above plus Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused Facilitating groups using effective communications methods; contributing to and guiding groups in defining objectives, staying on task and reaching consensus; soliciting participation, challenging ideas and summarizing accomplishments and planned actions Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Transportation Engineer I and II Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment forsafetyimpactpositions.This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position. Job Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular Job Type: Standard Job Level: Non-Management State Job Title/s : Engineer II and III State Job Code/s : 2153, 2154 Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category. The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Department of Transportation