Transportation Engineer Supervisor - Advanced Project Development

Texas Department of Transportation•Houston, TX

About The Position

Supervises personnel engaged in transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, design, construction, transportation/traffic operations, maintenance and/or bridge inspection. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials, private entities and/or contractors. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
4 years' experience in 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 one (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: Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
Considerable knowledge of: Environmental engineering as it relates to transportation
Geometric design relationships to traffic operations, maintenance and construction
Budgeting methods and procedures
Proficient skill in: Supervising technical staff
Directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and responsibilities through individual performance plans; monitoring and measuring performance against goals; evaluating results and making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines
Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner
Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused
Ability to: Communicate effectively
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Sitting - prolonged periods of time
Fingering - picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
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
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. 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.

Responsibilities

Acts as a liaison with divisions, MPOs, cities, counties and other governmental entities concerning traffic management and/or traffic safety projects.
Advises staff engineers.
Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes.
Coordinates with district design on schematics, assists with capacity and level of service studies and reviews in-house and consultant traffic control/traffic management/intelligent transportation systems (ITS) plans and projects.
Coordinates with utility companies, attorneys and governmental representatives to accurately depict the highway project's impact on adjacent properties.
Develops and monitors budget.
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
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.