Area Engineer- Wichita Falls Area Office

Texas Department of Transportation • Wichita Falls, TX

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
• 5 years transportation engineering. (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.
• Must have 1 year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.
• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• 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.
• Extensive knowledge of Construction engineering policies and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements.
• Considerable knowledge of Human resources management policies and practices.
• Expert skill in Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.
• Expert skill in Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.
• Proficient skill in Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees.
• Proficient skill in Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively.
• Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals.
• Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.

Responsibilities

• Approves and inspects driveway, utility and drainage fill permits, and monitors removal of illegal signs.
• Approves project candidate submission for program calls.
• Directs administrative and business operation activities including human resources, training programs, inventory oversight, safety and preparation and monitoring of budgets.
• Coordinates transportation planning activities, which may include working with a Metropolitan Planning Organization.
• Directs the development of work programs to meet transportation needs within the assigned geographical area.
• Provides direction for construction projects and/or contract change negotiations.
• 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.
• Represents the Department to the public; answers inquiries from governmental officials, makes media presentations, speaks at public functions and participates in other civic endeavors.
• Reviews, recommends and approves change orders.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees