Illumination Project Specialist II (Project Management Spec II) - Traffic Signal

Texas Department of Transportation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical insurance

Paid time off

Health benefits for family

Retirement benefits

On-the-job training

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Illumination Project Specialist II to lead project planning, coordination, and lighting design support. You will monitor progress, coordinate with engineers, contractors and project managers, and ensure installations meet standards.

The role includes field inspections, safety compliance, and driving a state vehicle. Includes substantial benefits and opportunities for growth within TxDOT.

Qualifications

• 2 years of project management or development, construction/engineering support, or related experience.
• Ability to plan and coordinate lighting projects per schedules, budgets, and specs.
• Familiarity with field inspections and safety/regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate lighting projects according to project schedules, budgets, and specifications.
• Review lighting plans and assist with selecting fixtures, LEDs, poles, and related equipment.
• Conduct field visits to inspect installations and ensure compliance with plans and safety requirements.
• Coordinate safe work practices for field crews and contractors and resolve safety concerns.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Coordination

Communication

Tools

CPM (Critical Path Method)

Job description

Job Description - Illumination Project Specialist II (Project Management Spec II) - Traffic Signal (2603025)

Job Description

Position Information

Do you want to learn a new skill or are you looking for a new career? Are you willing to learn and take direction? Like to work outside? Are you responsible, energetic, safety minded and want to serve the community? If this sounds like you. come learn and grow with TxDOT!

TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for an Illumination Project Specialist II based in Fort Worth TX. All the training, tools, and uniforms will be provided, and we have lots of opportunities to grow within the agency. TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance (with no annual deductible), paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available for your family and retirement benefits. http://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdotinfo/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf

A Day in the life of an Illumination Project Spec. may include:

1. Project planning and coordination

• Plan and coordinate lighting projects according to project schedules, budgets, and specifications.
• Monitor project progress and ensure deadlines are met.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, electricians, vendors, and project managers.

2. Lighting design and technical support

• Review lighting plans, electrical drawings, and project specifications.
• Assist with selecting appropriate lighting fixtures, LED systems, poles, and related equipment.
• Verify lighting layouts and illumination requirements meet project standards.

3. Site inspections and installation

• Conduct field visits to inspect lighting installations and project progress.
• Ensure lighting equipment is installed according to approved plans and safety requirements.
• Identify installation issues and coordinate corrective actions.

4. Safety and regulatory compliance

• Ensure work follows applicable workplace safety procedures and electrical regulations.
• Coordinate safe work practices for field crews and contractors.
• Help resolve safety concerns identified during inspections.

Physical Work Location: 2501 Southwest Loop 820, Fort Worth, Tx 76133

Salary/Grade: B22 / $4,801 - $7,761(Monthly)

This posting is for one (1) Illumination Project Specialist II position, depending on business need and applicants' qualifications. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary: 57,614.00

Maximum Salary: 93,138.00

Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt

Work Locations: Ft Worth District Headquarters 2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820 Fort Worth 76133

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 Location Flexibility : Onsite

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• 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

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

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)

Performs project management specialist work for Department projects. Work includes coordinating the development, implementation, maintenance, and support of the Critical Path Method (CPM) for Department projects, and providing support for resource leveling, priority development, project analysis, reporting, and training. Works directly with the project manager to help define the project’s goals and objectives. Work requires extensive contact with department staff, governmental agencies, and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Supports the project management team and aides with the maintenance of timely and effective change management processes, procedures, and systems.
• Assess and reports planned and completed effects of project schedule changes.
• Ensures proper schedule controls are appropriately implemented and maintained.
• Monitors and reports on major milestones for the program portfolio.
• Reviews detailed project schedules to ensure compliance with Department policies, practices and procedures.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Experience: 2 years project management or development, construction/engineering support, or related experience. (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.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Project scheduling and coordination activities

Budgeting methods and procedures

Prioritizing and organizing work assignments

Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.