Strategic Operations Manager Budget, Forecasting & Contracts

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 93,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Austin, TX seeks a strategic Business Operations Manager to lead complex business operations, directing budget, forecasting, financial analysis, and contract administration. The role oversees resources, policy development, and interdepartmental collaboration from the Greer Building near the State Capitol.

The candidate will manage multiple initiatives, ensuring efficient, accountable use of public funds and strong stakeholder partnerships.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in business or support operations (budget allocation, contract administration or resource management).
• Three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience required; leadership roles may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees administrative and business functions including contract administration, budgeting, forecasting, and resource management.
• Forecasts short- and long-term projections with multiple funding sources; provides priorities and goal planning.
• Coordinates accounts payable, invoices, and travel; resolves data discrepancies and monitors financial info.
• Leads and oversees budgeting, reports, analytics and advice to division directors and staff.
• Supervises professional and clerical staff; ensures compliance with agency policy and cross-divisional collaboration.

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation in Austin, TX seeks a strategic Business Operations Manager to lead complex business operations, directing budget, forecasting, financial analysis, and contract administration. The role oversees resources, policy development, and interdepartmental collaboration from the Greer Building near the State Capitol.

The candidate will manage multiple initiatives, ensuring efficient, accountable use of public funds and strong stakeholder partnerships.