Assistant Area Engineer - El Paso District - West Area Office

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Assistant Area Engineer

Assists in directing area office operations. Assists in managing and / or supervises employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities and / or office operations. Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work. Responsible for the operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

• Assists Area Engineer in projecting personnel and equipment needed for each project as required responds for emergency situations / conditions to assist with office activities.
• Conducts pre-construction, Employee Forum and / or safety meetings.
• Determines quantities and estimates cost.
• Inspects roads, monitors maintenance activities and coordinates scheduling of maintenance work with construction projects.
• Monitors traffic control plans.
• Plans and schedules work of construction personnel and / or provides them on the job training.
• Prepares and / or recommends field changes and supplemental agreements.
• Prepares and / or reviews monthly and final estimates and final construction reports.
• Resolves public complaints.
• Reviews plans prepared by area office personnel; checks designs, specifications and estimates.
• Works with governmental officials on behalf of the Area Engineer.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Assistant Area Engineer

Assists in directing area office operations. Assists in managing and / or supervises employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities and / or office operations. Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work. Responsible for the operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties :

Minimum Qualifications :

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience 4 years transportation engineering. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications

Competencies :

Extensive knowledge of

Considerable knowledge of

Expert skill in

Proficient skill in

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Conditions of Employment :

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions : Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

Position Information

Are you a licensed civil engineer ready to make a regional impact on the future of transportation in the 6th largest city in Texas? Then consider applying for this top spot in West Texas! TxDOT's El Paso District is looking for an Assistant Area Engineer to work out of our West Area Office . As an Assistant Area Engineer, you'll help supervise the Area Office, with a staff of 50 employees, overseeing construction projects of all sizes that will shape the state's transportation system. You will also help oversee day to day maintenance activities ensuring are roadways are safe for travel. Work involves project management and oversight of construction methods to build roadways, bridges, and related structures, as well as coordinating with local agencies. If you enjoy managing, multitasking, and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment with the ability to work in the field and in an office setting, this opportunity is for you!

El Paso manages an average of $600 million in projects at a district level and provides extensive internal professional growth opportunities.

Not familiar with the El Paso District? Click here to learn more : El Paso District Video

Salary Range for this position :

Assistant Area Engineer - B29 - $101,860.00 - $172,272.00

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 :

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)

Job

Engineering / Engr Support

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Manager

Job Posting

May 29, 2025, 6 : 00 : 50 PM

State Job Title / s

Director IV

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

Applicant Information

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.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants : Additional Applicant Information

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Government Administration

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