Assistant Area Engineer - Laredo Area Office

Job Description

• Assistant Area Engineer
• Laredo Area Office (2600716) Job Description Assistant Area Engineer
• Laredo Area Office
• ( 2600716 ) Position Information Can you efficiently manage multiple projects and deadlines?

Are you a strong problem solver? Do you work well as part of a team while also thriving independently? Do you communicate effectively and navigate conflict with professionalism? If so, we want to hear from you! With $700 million in active construction projects, the Laredo Area Office is seeking a motivated individual to assist in the management of design, construction, and maintenance of state roadways throughout Webb and Duval Counties. If you are passionate about the future of transportation and want to help shape solutions that benefit the traveling public, we encourage you to join our team. Become part of a department committed to innovation, safety, and excellence—your next career step starts here!

Minimum Salary :

101,860.00

Maximum Salary :

172,272.00

Pay Basis :

Yearly FLSA Status :

Exempt Work Locations :

Laredo District Headquarters 1817 BOB

BULLOCK LOOP

Laredo 78043

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 Assists in directing area office operations. Assists in managing and/or supervises employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities and/or 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:

• Conducts pre-construction, Employee Forum and/or safety meetings
• Inspects roads, monitors maintenance activities and coordinates scheduling of maintenance work with construction projects.
• Keeps abreast of current transportation design innovations, modifications, laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Monitors traffic control plans.
• Plans and schedules work of construction personnel and/or provides them on the job training.
• Prepares and/or recommends field changes and supplemental agreements. Determines quantities and estimates cost.
• Prepares and/or reviews monthly and final estimates and final construction reports.
• Resolves public complaints.
• Works with governmental officials on behalf of the Area Engineer.
• 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.

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 per year basis. Substitutions for

Minimum Qualifications Licenses and Certifications :

Valid US driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Licensed Prof Engineer

• Professional engineers licensed in another state i n 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:

• Communicate effectively
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Communicating technical information effectively. Uses computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Supervising technical staff

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) 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.

Job :

Engineering/Engr Support Schedule :

Full-time Employee Status :

Regular Job Type :

Standard Job Level :

Manager Job Posting :

Mar 9, 2026, 4:57:23

PM Unposting Date :

Ongoing State Job Title/s :

Director IV State Job Code/s :

1623 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.

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//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