Technical Project Manager I

$62,004 - $101,556/Yr

State Of Texas - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

San Antonio, TX

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Technical Project Manager I position at the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is a vital role within the San Antonio District's Utility Section. This position is designed for a professional who will support and lead the District's Utility Coordination efforts for all highway improvement projects. The successful candidate will engage in significant communication and interaction with various stakeholders, including designers, construction teams, maintenance personnel, and utility industry representatives. This role is integral to providing exceptional customer service and developing effective solutions to utility-related issues that arise during project execution. As a Technical Project Manager, the individual will be responsible for overseeing multiple technical projects, ensuring that all aspects of architectural or engineering construction projects are planned and controlled effectively. This includes reviewing and developing project objectives, maintaining project integrity, and ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal laws, policies, and procedures. The position also entails quality assurance and quality control responsibilities, requiring extensive contact with agency management, governmental officials, and private entities. The candidate will serve as a project leader and coordinator, taking direct accountability for the work product and ensuring that project goals are met efficiently. The role requires the ability to compile and distribute project information, status reports, and budget expenditures. The Technical Project Manager will create documentation procedures to manage changes in the original project plan and will direct the development and evaluation of utility project budgets, schedules, work plans, and cost estimates. Additionally, the individual will provide technical assistance in resolving construction problems related to contract administration and will represent the district at state and local levels, acting as a liaison in their area of expertise. This position is expected to work Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM, with some flexibility in work hours and the possibility of hybrid work arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate oversight of multiple technical projects.
• Compile and distribute project information, status reports, and project budget expenditures.
• Create documentation procedures to capture and manage changes in the original project plan.
• Direct, develop, implement, and evaluate utility project budgets, schedules, work plans, and cost estimates.
• Oversee project assignments, determine work requirements, and coordinate scheduling for ongoing projects.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving construction problems related to contract administration.
• Serve as a liaison and district contact in area of expertise, representing the district at state and local levels.
• Coordinate, plan, and schedule during project development and implementation phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline.
• 5 years of experience in construction project management, project management, process engineering, and business process improvement methodologies.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.
• Knowledge of industry guidelines, specifications, and codes in the production and use of technical plans.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to project administration.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Flexible schedule