Texas Department of Transportation

Operations and Maintenance Project Manager - (2501737)

Position Information

Are you a professional in the transportation industry that has construction, maintenance and contract management experience? Do you enjoy being in the field and working in an office? Are you self-directed, efficient, prioritize well and are calm under pressure? Are you a leader with excellent communication skills across all levels that is looking for a opportunity to lead and support a team? If this sounds like you, come learn and grow with TxDOT!

TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for an Operations and Maintenance Project Manager based in Fort Worth, TX. All the training, tools, and uniforms will be provided, and we have lots of opportunities to grow within the agency. TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance (with no annual deductible), paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available your family and retirement benefits. Safety is ALWAYS our number one priority.

http://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf

Minimum Salary

: 76,530.00

Maximum Salary

: 129,430.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations

:

Ft Worth District Headquarters

2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820

Fort Worth 76133

Travel

: Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 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.

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 project management work and provides guidance and direction in project development. Manages alternative delivery projects in multiple functional areas. Oversees and administers the pre-procurement and procurement aspects of alternative delivery projects. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Reports to the Program Manager. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

A day in the Life of an Alternative Delivery Project Manager may include:

• Oversight of maintenance contracts for Alternative Delivery projects
• Interpreting and managing maintenance contracts
• Review Payment requests/invoices
• Negotiation of change orders
• Manage consultant resources
• Review/Observe maintenance activities in the field
• Review traffic and revenue reports
• Review traffic control plans and set up in the field
• Attend and contribute to safety improvements on maintenance projects
• Perform outreach with municipalities and stakeholders (NTTA,NCTCOG)
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Science, or a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 6 years experience in transportation planning or design; project or contract management or related activities. (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.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

• State, county and local government operations and metropolitan planning organizations or regional mobility authorities affecting highway and transportation development and operations
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Project changes (scope, budget, schedule, resource management) using a critical path method enterprise information system management tool
• Enterprise CPM schedule and resource management practices, procedures, and guidelines
• Cost estimating and cost controls
• Risk analysis procedures and methods
• Contract interpretation and oversight
• Contract development and management policies and procedures
• Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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

Conditions of Employment:

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

• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
• Employee may be contacted during off-duty hours to see if he or she can report to work for emergency conditions. [May Call Status]

Job

: Exec/Admin/Clerical/Legal

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Jun 24, 2025, 4:02:03 PM

Unposting Date

: Jul 10, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s: Project Manager IV State Job Code/s: 1561

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

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