Construction Contract Administrator (Lead Worker) – TPM I/II (Austin District)

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead and coordinate a variety of engineering and construction projects. This role involves ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, overseeing project assignments, and providing technical assistance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, construction oversight, and effective communication skills. Join a dynamic team where your leadership will directly impact project success and contribute to the development of vital infrastructure in the community.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience in construction project management.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple technical projects.
• Compile project information and status reports.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving construction issues.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Management

Process Engineering

Business Process Improvement

Public Relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline

Job description

This position performs advanced engineering, architectural, construction inspection or other technical project management work. Provides leadership related to all aspects of architectural or engineering construction projects by planning, and controlling all elements of the project. Responsible for review and development of projects objectives and for maintaining the project integrity through ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal laws, policies and procedures. Responsible for quality assurance/quality control aspects of technical projects. Work requires extensive contact with agency management, governmental officials and private entities. Typically reports to Section/Staff level managers. Serves as a Project leader and Coordinator of all aspects of projects. Employees at this level are virtually self -supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

Responsibilities for a Technical Project Manager I or II include:

• Responsible for leading and/or coordinating oversight of multiple technical projects.
• Compiles and distributes project information, status reports, and project budget expenditures.
• Directs, develops, and evaluates projects using accepted project management methodologies.
• Oversees project assignments, determines work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling toaccommodate projects already underway.
• Provides technical assistance in resolving construction problems related to contract administration.
• Trains professional and technical staff.
• Works with Federal Highway Administration representatives to ensure compliance with regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Technical Project Manager I: *5 YEARS construction project management; project management, process engineering and/or business process improvement methodologies.

Technical Project Manager II: *6 YEARS construction project management; project management, process engineering and/or business process improvement methodologies

*(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

The Competencies for a Technical Project Manager I or II include:

• Local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of the project undertaken.
• Applicable project development (planning, environmental, right of way, design, letting, construction, and project closeout) document preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements.
• Project Management best practices.
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.
• Analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
• Evaluate process performance.
• Establish project goals and objectives.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Standing-prolonged periods of time.
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading.

Conditions of Employment:
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• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• 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.