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TxDOTDirector of Construction- Beaumont District
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LocationUST-Texas-Beaumont-Beaumont District Headquarters
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
Experience7+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 3, 2026 · 13h ago
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Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS
7 years of experience in transportation engineering in the construction of highways, bridges or structures
Three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience
Valid driver's license
Licensed Professional Engineer
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
Benefits
Retirement plans
Flexible schedules
Paid leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Tuition assistance
Wellness program
Career development
Family friendly policies
About the role
TxDOT’s Beaumont Distirct is looking for a Director of Construction to join us out of our District Headquarters, located in Beaumont, Texas.
If you are an organized individual, with the desire to make a difference for the People of Texas, apply today!
Benefits
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
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Retirement Plans
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Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
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Paid Leave and Holidays
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Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
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On-the-Job Training
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Tuition Assistance Program
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Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
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Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
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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)
Administers all construction contracts pertaining to highways, bridges and highway-related structures from the time of letting through final payment to contractors for the district. Serves as consultant to other district staff. Acts as liaison with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and ensures compliance with federal requirements. Reports to the District Engineer. Supervises or manages professional, technical and/or administrative employees. Work requires contact with governmental officials and the public. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Essential Duties:
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Acts as consultant to other staff engineers regarding construction operations as they relate to administration, programming, planning, design, right of way and maintenance in order to coordinate district operations.
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Acts as liaison with the FHWA and is responsible for interim and final project reviews of FHWA-funded projects.
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Develops and monitors construction budget requirements.
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Ensures compliance with the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System.
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Is repsonsible for resolution of contractor claims and construction disputes on current projects.
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Is responsible for the external Equal Employment Opportunity program.
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Is responsible for the pavement management program including development of short- and long-term goals for pavements and direction of planning activities and resources required to meet these goals.
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Monitors on-the-job training and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Small Business Enterprise programs.
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Monitors the material testing requirements for compliance with specifications and oversees district laboratory operations.
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Oversees and/or coordinates the investigation, monitoring and handling of hazardous materials.
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Oversees construction contracts partnering efforts.
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Oversees construction traffic control coordination for the district; periodically reviews traffic control devices on projects with Area Engineers.
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Oversees contracts, issuance of work orders, construction schedules and job progress on construction projects; coordinates with Area Engineers and reviews area office contract submissions.
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Oversees design, development, operation and/or maintenance of pavement data collection equipment.
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Oversees exempt federal-aid projects.
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Oversees record management and storage.
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Recommends construction training needs.
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Represents the district at various meetings and/or serves on various committees, workgroups and teams.
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Reviews construction Plans, Specifications and Estimates, change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal.
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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. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
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7 years of experience in transportation engineering in the construction of highways, bridges or structures. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
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Must have three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
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Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
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Licensed Professional Engineer*
*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:
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Construction engineering policies and procedures
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Pavement design and management processes and procedures
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Pavement concepts, methods, policies and requirements
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Pavement maintenance
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Pavement data collection procedures
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Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
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Government programs and operations affecting highway and transportation development
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Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
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Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
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Hazardous materials management issues potentially impacting transportation planning and development
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Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
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Supervising technical staff
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Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
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Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities-S2435: Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
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Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations-Maintaining a safe working environment
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Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
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Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
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Communicate effectively
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Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
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Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
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Standing-prolonged periods of time
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Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
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Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
Hiring process
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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.
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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.
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.
Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
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.
Additional Applicant Information
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