Technical Project Manager I - District Construction

Texas Department of Transportation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid 100%

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Wellness Program with incentives

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Technical Project Manager I in the Fort Worth District. Based in Fort Worth, TX, you will manage complex construction projects, coordinate across engineers, inspectors, and contractors, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in construction project management, with strong budgeting and scheduling skills. Travel up to 10% and a standard 40-hour workweek are expected. Competitive salary and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• 5 years construction project management experience.
• Experience with project management methodologies and process improvement.
• May require PMP, Six Sigma Black Belt or related certifications.
• Valid driver’s license for state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate construction projects from planning through completion.
• Develop budgets, schedules, resources, and cost estimates.
• Ensure quality control and OSHA safety standards are met.
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors, and contractors to resolve issues.
• Monitor project performance and report status to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Construction

Budgeting

Safety standards

Job description

Job Description - Technical Project Manager I - District Construction (2602327)

Job Description

Technical Project Manager I - District Construction - ( 2602327 )

Position Information

TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for a Technical Project Manager I based in Fort Worth, TX. We have a workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let’s talk!

Work Location: 2501 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76133

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 flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

This posting is for one (1) Technical Project Manager I position in District Construction, 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

65,104.00

Maximum Salary

106,634.00

Anticipated Starting Salary

$8,000 monthly

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: Benefitsat a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Manages advanced engineering, architectural, or construction projects, providing leadership in planning, oversight and compliance with state and federal regulations. Oversees projects objectives, ensures quality assurance/quality control, and maintains project integrity. Work requires extensive contact with agency management, governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self -supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Compiles and distributes project information, status reports, and project budget expenditures.

• Conducts project reviews and coordinates inspections with various inspectors and other district/division project managers.
• Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
• Creates documentation procedures to capture and deal with changes in original project plan.
• Directs, develops, implements, and evaluates project budgets, schedules, work plans, resources requirements, and cost estimates and projections.
• Ensures compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards for assigned projects.
• Monitors and manages project cost and quality to ensure project is completed within budget and to ensure deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications.
• Works with Federal Highway Administration representatives to ensure compliance with regulations for assigned projects.
• Oversees and monitors the inspections of construction methods, workmanship and maintenance procedures to ensure contractors build, install, maintain and repair traffic control/data collection related equipment or facilities in accordance with plans, specifications and contract requirements.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Experience: 5 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).

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• May require certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Six Sigma Black Belt or one or more change management disciplines.
• Industry guidelines, specifications and codes in the production and use of technical plans for the development and delivery of products and services
• Local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of the project undertaken
• Project management theories and practices applicable to highly complex projects
• Addressing changes in scope and budget
• Project management monitoringUsing computers and applicable computer software
• Identify project risks and gaps
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures

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
• 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.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
• Employee may be contacted during off-duty hours to see if he or she can report to work for emergency conditions within 1 hour.
• Must be responsive in the event of an emergency on a construction project.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Sep 4, 2026, 9:54:14 PM

Unposting Date

Sep 22, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s : Project Manager III State Job Code/s : 1560

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.