Texas Department of Transportation · 14 hours ago
Roadway Design Project Manager I , or II (TP&D) - Abilene, TX
Abilene, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $129K/yr
5+ years expThe Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Roadway Design Project Manager I or II to lead within the central design team. This role involves providing guidance, resolving technical issues, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality PS&E packages while fostering communication and collaboration.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
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
Directs, develops, implements, and evaluates project budgets, schedules, work plans, resources requirements, and cost estimates and projections
Identifies potential project impediments, risks, and issues; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them
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
Oversees project assignments, determines work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Reviews and analyzes project performance and objectives to determine opportunities for improvement across personnel, processes, and technology
Evaluates project challenges and formulates solutions to achieve objectives related to productivity, quality, and client satisfaction
Serves as a lead worker by advising, training, and coaching employees to increase job efficiency; acting as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members’ career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline
5 years construction project management; project management, process engineering and/or business process improvement methodologies for Technical Project Manager I
6 years construction project management; project management, process engineering and/or business process improvement methodologies for Technical Project Manager II
Valid driver's license
Industry guidelines, specifications and codes in the production and use of technical plans for the development and delivery of products and services
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Applicable project development (planning, environmental, right of way, design, letting, construction, and project closeout) document preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Project Delivery Process
Project Management best practices
Project scheduling and coordination activities
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Using computers and applicable computer software
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
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
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
Benefits
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
Company
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Transportation maintains 80,000 miles of road for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Stewart, CPA.CITP
Chief Financial Officer
Carmella I.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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