Procurement Engineer/Transportation Engineer III-IV - ...
Texas Department of Transportation - austin, TX
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Position Information Join TxDOT's Alternative Delivery Division as a Transportation Engineer helping to plan the alternative delivery (design-build) program and procure future projects. This position is based out of TxDOT's Stassney Campus in Austin and performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas to include the program oversight and project procurements for the Alternative Delivery Division's design-build program as part of the Procurement Section. The work location will be at 6230 E Stassney Lane, Austin TX, please visit: Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include: Low Turnover Retirement Pension Alternative Work Schedules Paid Leave/Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees On the Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement 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) Position Description Performs highly advanced and complex transportation engineering work in alternative project delivery (design-build) to include functional areas such as planning, project development, pre-procurement, procurement, design and traffic operations in support of Alternative Delivery Projects. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Essential Duties: Transportation Engineer III: Reviews and performs quality management of pre-procurement reference information documents for alternative delivery projects. Assists in planning and engineering support and review of design schematics, drawings, reports and performance specifications for districts in the early stages of project development of Alternative Delivery projects. Participates in engineering discussions on project scope and risk allocation. Assists in engineering discussions over scope of work, risk allocation and design-build specifications for alternative delivery projects. Assists in the review and disposition of qualification and proposal documents to assure compliance with contract terms. Assists in reviews and revisions to cost estimates for Major Projects to include identification of risks. Assists in the management of the Cost Estimating Review Workshop (CER), risk register reviews, Initial Financial Plans (IFP) and Project Management Plan (PMP) preparation and review for the Alternative Delivery Program. Assists in the creation of procurement schedules, QC checklist, guides in and templates for the Alternative Delivery Program. Develops and presents training and presentations. Reviews consultants' progress and work quality and provides comments. Develops, recommends, and implements modifications as necessary for continual improvement to existing program of responsibility. Transportation Engineer IV: Includes all responsibilities listed for Transportation Engineer III as well as: Develops methods to assist in promoting and prioritizing potential alternative delivery projects. Oversees and directs procedural improvements in all areas of the Alternative Delivery Program including administration procedures, project management and contracting methodologies. Manages engineering discussions over scope of work, risk allocation and design-build specifications for alternative delivery projects. Leads the review and disposition of qualification and proposal documents to assure compliance with contract terms. Leads the review and analysis of alternative technical concept documents to assure compliance with contract terms. Provides planning and engineering support and review of design schematics, drawings, reports and performance specifications for districts in the early stages of project development of alternative delivery projects. Develops, reviews and maintains cost estimates for Major Projects to include identification of risks. Manages the Cost Estimating Review Workshop (CER), risk register reviews, Initial Financial Plans (IFP) and Project Management Plan (PMP) preparation and review for the Alternative Delivery Program. Manages the development of procurement schedules, QC checklists, guides and templates for the Alternative Delivery Program. Develops, recommends, and implements modifications as necessary for continual improvement to existing program of responsibility. Develops and presents training courses and/or materials. Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education : Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS. Experience : Transportation Engineer III : 6 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Transportation Engineer IV : *7 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent) Licenses and Certifications: Mandatory: TX Lic Prof Engr Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate *Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment Competencies: Transportation Engineer III (B26) Thorough knowledge of: Developing and implementing programs Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies Cost estimating and cost controls Applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems Considerable knowledge of: Contract development and oversight. Risk management and contingency planning Expert skill in : Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities Proficient skill in: Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused. Facilitating groups using effective communications methods; contributing to and guiding groups in defining objectives, staying on task and reaching consensus; soliciting participation, challenging ideas and summarizing accomplishments and planned actions. Transportation Engineer IV (B27) Includes all responsibilities listed for Transportation Engineer III as well as: Thorough knowledge of: Budgeting methods and procedures. Risk analysis procedures and methods Transportation funding programs. Statistical analysis methodologies and reporting procedures. Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes Expert Skill in: Planning methods, techniques and strategies Proficient skill in: Researching, analyzing and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations. Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines. Monitoring the status and progress of projects. Leading, assigning, reviewing and monitoring the work of others. Developing and giving presentations. Maintaining a safe working relationship. Ability to communicate effectively. Other Attributes: Initiates and supports quality management activities and performance management measures to provide the highest quality products and services that meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers. Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions : Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment: Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) 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. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Created: 2024-10-22