Technical Project Manager I or II (Odessa Area)
Job Description - Technical Project Manager I or II (Odessa Area) (2403333)
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TxDOT’s Odessa District is looking for a Technical Project Manager I or II for the Odessa Area Office. Are you ready to build a fulfilling career with an outstanding team?
At TxDOT we’re dedicated to creating a supportive and dynamic work environment where you can thrive. We offer competitive pay, wellness benefits, tuition assistance programs, retirement benefits and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Join us!
As a Technical Project Manager I or II you will be responsible for the successful oversight and execution of construction projects within the area office, with a particular focus on the IH 20 A+B project.
This role will involve not only managing project timelines, budgets, and quality but also developing future leaders in the field by providing mentorship and on-the-job training.
Technical Project Manager I (B24) : $65,104- $106,634 / yearly
Technical Project Manager II (B26) : $76,530 - $129,430 / yearly
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
129,430.00
Pay Basis
Yearly
FLSA Status
Exempt
Work Locations
Odessa Area Engineer / Maint 3901 E HWY 80 / 2201 E LOOP 338 Odessa 79761
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Shift
Day Job
Shift Details
40 Monday - Friday 8 : 00 - 5 : 00
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.
Performs advanced engineering, architectural, construction inspection or other technical project management work. Provides leadership related to all aspects of architectural or engineering construction projects by planning, and controlling all elements of the project.
Responsible for review and development of projects objectives and for maintaining the project integrity through ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal laws, policies and procedures.
Responsible for quality assurance / quality control aspects of technical projects. Work requires extensive contact with agency management, governmental officials and private entities.
Typically reports to Section / Staff level managers. Serves as a Project leader and Coordinator of all aspects of projects.
Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Technical Project Manager I
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, and evaluates projects using accepted project management methodologies.
- Inspects 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.
- 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.
- Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans and ensures adherence to approved safety standards.
- Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
- Serves as a project leader
- Trains professional and technical staff.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Technical Project Manager II :
- Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client satisfaction goals and objectives.
- Serves as a lead worker.
- 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, and evaluates projects using accepted project management methodologies.
- Identifies potential project impediments, risks, and issues; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them.
- Inspects 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.
- Monitors project phasing and traffic control plans and ensures adherence to approved safety standards.
- Assists in engineering-related data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review activities for plan development by others.
- Serves a coaching and leadership role for junior project managers.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications :
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).
Technical Project Manager II :
6 YEARS construction project management; project management, process engineering and / or business process improvement methodologies (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).
Licenses and Certifications :
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Substitution :
Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis OR related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Competencies :
Technical Project Manager I :
- Local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of the project undertaken
- Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
- Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
- Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
- Project management monitoring
- Operating computers and applicable computer software
- Identify project risks and gaps
- Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
- Industry guidelines, specifications and codes in the production and use of technical plans for the development and delivery of products and services
- Applicable project development (planning, environmental, right of way, design, letting, construction, and project close out) document preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
- Mandatory :
- Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
- Project management monitoring
Technical Project Manager II :
- 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 close out) document preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
- Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
- Mandatory :
- Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
- Project management monitoring
- Operating computers and applicable computer software
- Identify project risks and gaps
- Establish project goals and objectives
- Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
- 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.
Job Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Level
Non-Management
Job Posting
Sep 10, 2024, 10 : 12 : 18 PM
Unposting Date
Sep 25, 2024, 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 Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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.
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