Transportation Engineer III, IV, V; Wichita Falls Area Office

Job Description - Transportation Engineer III, IV, V (Wichita Falls Area Office) (2600374)

Job Description

The Wichita Falls Area Office is seeking a motivated individual to fill the position of the Transportation Engineer III, IV, or V. In this position you will gain valuable experience in project management, construction methods to build roadways, bridges, and related structures in accordance with plans and specifications, problem resolution on complex projects, contract administration, change order evaluations and dispute resolution.

You will have the opportunity to oversee the planning, design and construction of multiple projects. This is a career building position with unlimited opportunities.

76,350.00

Yearly

Wichita Falls Ae/Maint Sect 2844 EAST CENTRAL FREEWAY Wichita Falls 76301

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

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 transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or maintenance. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters.

Demonstrates and enforces the TxDOT Safety Culture at all times.

Oversees construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers.

Oversees contracts, issues work orders and monitors construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on construction projects.

Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes.

Conducts pre-construction meetings.

May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.

Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications.

Resolves differences between contractors and inspectors.

Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.

Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.

Assists in providing recommendations to the Motor Carrier Division for routing of overload vehicles.

Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for complex transportation projects.

Assesses and reports actual project progress versus planned progress to determine trends and variances for complex projects.

Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments, and/or plan development.

Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets.

Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.

Conducts final inspections on completed construction projects.

Assists in recommending major maintenance and betterment programs to the district staff.

Communicates and coordinates with local stakeholders and elected officials when projects impact their jurisdiction.

Works with governmental officials on behalf of the Area Engineer.

Assists district with bridge inspection-related matters.

Monitors contract performance, evaluates contract deliverables, reviews billing documentation, monitors the consultant's compliance with the terms of the contract, and prepares and delivers a written evaluation of the consultant's performance.

Performs highly complex structural analysis of bridge designs.

Performs inspections, structural evaluations and analyses of bridges and related structures that have appraisal and condition ratings or are recommended for closure.

Performs and coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.

Performs highly advanced and complex planning work such as plan review,…