Area Engineer - Kerrville

Position Overview

Job Description

Position Information

Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Kerrville offers a distinctive blend of professional opportunity and exceptional quality of life. Known for its scenic landscapes, close-knit community, and rich cultural heritage—home to the Guadalupe River, the Kerrville Folk Festival, and miles of picturesque countryside—this region provides a setting where impact and balance coexist. As a key gateway to the Hill Country, Kerrville plays a vital role in supporting regional mobility and economic activity.

TxDOT is seeking a seasoned, driven engineering professional to lead and oversee complex transportation operations in this unique and strategically important area. As Area Engineer, you will have a direct hand in shaping infrastructure, advancing innovation, and supporting transportation needs across a diverse and growing region.

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Yearly

FLSA Status:
Exempt

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Kerrville Area/Maint Office, 1832 N Sidney Baker, Kerrville, 78028
• Other Locations: UST-Texas-San Antonio
• Travel:
  Yes, 25% of the time
• Shift: Day Job, 40 hours per week, Onsite

• 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).

Work involves keeping abreast of current transportation design innovations, modifications, laws, regulations, policies and procedures; overseeing:

• Construction operations in the area office, including review of shop drawings, compliance with regulations, approval of letting advertising and conducting pre-construction meetings and public hearings.
• Design Section operations in the area office; overseeing inspection of construction projects and temporary traffic control.
• Maintenance sections operations, planning and budgeting with maintenance supervisors and district staff, right-of-way plan preparation, monitoring acquisition processes to coordinate project letting, utility relocation/adjustment inspection, material testing and construction engineering.
• Approving and inspecting driveway, utility and drainage fill permits, and monitoring removal of illegal signs.
• Approving project candidate submission for program calls.
• Directing administrative and business operation activities, including human resources, training programs, inventory oversight, safety, preparation and monitoring of budgets.
• Directing the development of work programs to meet transportation needs within the assigned geographical area.
• Monitoring signing, pavement marking and striping to ensure compliance with standards.
• Overseeing, coordinating and monitoring contractors' compliance with plans and specifications; authorizing payment of estimates; resolving differences, disputes and claims; preparing and approving expenditures.
• Planning, preparing and executing emergency procedures, preparedness and response for a geographic area; responding to office/incident locations to direct/oversee activities for emergency situations/conditions.
• Providing direction for construction projects and contract change negotiations.
• Representing the Department to the public; answering inquiries from governmental officials, making media presentations, speaking at public functions and participating in other civic endeavors.
• Reviewing all plans prepared by the area office before transmitting to district headquarters; providing technical expertise.
• Reviewing, recommending and approving change orders.
• Serving as an expert witness…