Construction Recordkeeper I or II - Wharton Area Office

$35,439 - $52,388/Yr

State Of Texas - Wharton, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Wharton, TX

10,001+ employees

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Construction Recordkeeper I or II position at TxDOT's Yoakum District involves maintaining construction project records, processing related paperwork, and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws. The role requires interaction with contractors and construction inspectors to verify project records and payments due for completed work. This position offers opportunities for growth within a diverse workforce and emphasizes work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Maintains liaison with construction inspectors and contractor's staff to ensure project records accurately reflect changes and agreements.
• May attend pre-construction meetings to instruct contractor's bookkeeper on record-keeping procedures.
• Monitors contractors' compliance with federal requirements related to Equal Employment Opportunity and wages.
• Monitors on-the-job training program and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Small Business Enterprise programs; submits required monthly reports.
• Prepares and submits monthly and final estimates; checks calculations against work log and estimate form to verify work is completed before payment is made.
• Prepares and types correspondence, reports, supporting documents and files.
• Maintains filing structure for each construction project within assigned area.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or Equivalent in general education for both levels.
• Valid driver's license required for driving a state vehicle.
• For Construction Recordkeeper II: 1 year of record-keeping, bookkeeping, or related experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with governmental policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines.
• Knowledge of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Historically Underutilized Business (HUB), and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) programs.

Benefits

• 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