Technical Project Manager I or II: Local Government Office (Austin DIstrict)

This position manages advanced engineering, architectural, or construction projects, providing leadership in planning, oversight and compliance with state and federal regulations. Oversees projects objectives, ensures quality assurance/quality control, and maintains project integrity. Work requires extensive contact with agency management, governmental officials and private entities.

Employees at this level are virtually self -supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties

The essential duties for a Technical Project Manager I and II include:

• Analyzes and reports on advanced and highly complex program funding change scenarios and their impact to individual project schedules.
• Compiles and distributes project information, status reports, and project budget expenditures.
• Conducts project reviews and coordinates inspections with various inspectors and other district/division project managers.
• Consults with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems; reviews equipment utilization data and time/cost estimates.
• Identifies potential project impediments, risks, and issues; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them.
• 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.
• Works with Federal Highway Administration representatives to ensure compliance with regulations for assigned projects.
• Oversees and monitors the inspections of 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.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Additional responsibilities for a Technical Project Manager II include:

• Reviews and analyzes project performance and objectives to determine opportunities for improvement across personnel, processes, and technology.
• Evaluates project challenges and formulates solutions to achieve objectives related to productivity, quality, and client satisfaction.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience

Technical Project Manager I: *5 YEARS construction project management; project management, process engineering andbusiness 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 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.
• May require certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Six Sigma Black Belt or one or more change management disciplines.

Competencies

The required competencies for a Technical Project Manager I and II include:

• 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
• Transportation funding programs
• Local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of the project undertaken
• Project scheduling and coordination activities
• Project management theories and practices applicable to highly complex projects
• Establish project goals and objectives
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Additional competencies for a Technical Project Manager II include

• Project management monitoring
• Using computers and applicable computer software
• Analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues
• Addressing changes in scope and budget

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and 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)

• 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.

Position Information

The TxDOT Austin District is looking for a Technical Project Manager I or II to join our Local Government Office located at our Austin District Headquarters in Austin, TX. This position requires proficiency in transportation engineering work in planning, project development, design, and project management and will be coordinating with multiple subject matter experts, consultants, and different offices within and outside of TxDOT. Work involves coordination with other local agencies, and the public.

The ideal candidate is someone who has demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the TxDOT project development/management process, Federal Highway Administration requirements, and has great customer service skills.

This position is for ONE (1) Technical Project Manager I or II. 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.

Salary Grade/Range

• Technical Project Manager I: B24 ($65,104 - $106,634/yearly)
• Technical Project Manager II: B26 ($76,530 - $129,430/yearly)

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)

Job

Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Jun 5, 2026, 3:07:49 PM

State Job Title/s

Project Manager III

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