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Assists in directing area office operations. Assists in managing and supervising employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities, and office operations. Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work. Responsible for the operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Essential Duties: Assist the Area Engineer in projecting personnel and equipment needed for each project; respond to emergency situations/conditions to assist with office activities. Conduct pre-construction, Employee Forum, and safety meetings. Inspect roads, monitor maintenance activities, and coordinate scheduling of maintenance work with construction projects. Investigate accidents. Monitor project wage rates. Monitor traffic control plans. Perform research and planning on future projects. Plan and schedule work of construction personnel and provide on-the-job training. Prepare and recommend field changes and supplemental agreements. Prepare and review monthly and final estimates and construction reports. Resolve public complaints. Review plans prepared by area office personnel; check designs, specifications, and estimates. Work with governmental officials on behalf of the Area Engineer. Perform 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 : 4 years transportation engineering. (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent). Related graduate-level education may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Licensed Professional Engineer* *Professional engineers licensed in another state in the U.S., but not currently licensed in Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from Texas within six months of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of Applicable laws, rules, and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and IT systems Plans, specifications, estimates preparation, review, and compliance requirements Inspection methods, procedures, and techniques Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Considerable knowledge of Construction engineering policies and procedures Engineering workstations and applications supporting planning and design Testing methods, processes, and procedures Expert skill in Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods Proficient skill in Supervising technical staff Public relations and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external groups Communicating technical information effectively Training in various environments Other Attributes: Logical reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw conclusions; making decisions supporting business objectives Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs; occasionally carry files/tools Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs; frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Standing for prolonged periods Repetitive movements of wrists, hands, fingers Close visual acuity for data, figures, and extensive reading Conditions of Employment: Please read the

Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) . Must pass a drug test prior to employment; subject to random drug testing. Note: Medical marijuana is not a valid explanation for positive drug test under 49 CFR Part 40, 40.151(e).

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