Transportation Engineer III/IV Alternative Delivery Division

TxDOT•Austin, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Transportation Engineer III Performs complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as design, construction management, and/or operations and maintenance management of design-build and comprehensive development agreement projects. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with District and Division personnel, governmental officials and private entities. Transportation Engineer IV Performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as design, construction management, and/or operations and maintenance management of design-build and comprehensive development agreement projects. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with District and Division personnel, governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product. Join TxDOT's Alternative Delivery Division as a Transportation Engineer helping oversee the alternative delivery (design-build) program's projects in the design, construction, and maintenance phases. This position is based out of TxDOT's Stassney Campus in Austin and performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas to include design, construction, materials, and/or maintenance for the Alternative Delivery Division's design-build program as part of the Implementation and Maintenance Section. 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: Low Turnover Retirement Pension Alternative Work Schedules Paid Leave/Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees On the Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement 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) The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. 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. Please click this link to read the information for applicants\: Additional Applicant Information

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Transportation Engineer III\: 6 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Transportation Engineer IV: 7 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-Time equivalent)
TX Lic Prof Engr
Safety Impact Certificate
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.
Considerable knowledge of: Developing and implementing programs Risk management and contingency planning Construction engineering policies and procedures Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies Project changes (scope, budget, schedule, resource management) using a critical path method enterprise information system management tool Contract development and oversight Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Proficient skill in\: 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 Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines Monitoring the status and progress of projects Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Expert skill in: Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner

Responsibilities

Oversees and directs procedural improvements in all areas of the DB program, including administration procedures, project management and contracting methodologies.
Assists Districts with construction contract administration matters.
Develops, recommends, and implements modifications as necessary for continual improvement to existing program of responsibility.
Develops and/or reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans for Alternative Delivery Projects.
Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes.
Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans.
Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff and makes presentations representing TxDOT.
Monitors contract performance, evaluates contract deliverables, reviews billing documentation, monitors the consultant's compliance with the terms of the contract, and/or prepares and delivers a written evaluation of the consultant's performance.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Advises on routine through complex contract questions in daily support of District / Division / contract users.
Develops short-term and long-term goals and coordinates planning activities and resources required to meet goals.
Develops and supports implementation activities for new methods, procedures, and technologies for Alternative Delivery Projects.
Reviews change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal.