Facilities Planning & Mgmt Section Director

Work Location: 6230 E Stassney Lane Austin, TXMinimum Salary: 145,000.00 Maximum Salary: 170,000.00 Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: ExemptWork Locations: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel: Yes, 50% of the Time Shift: DayBenefits 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 Total Compensation Package website To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description: Oversees statewide facilities planning, capital improvement budget, engineering/architectural services and maintenance and repair activities. Reports to the Support Services Division Deputy Director. Manages a group of professional and administrative employees. Work requires contact with high-level executives, governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties: Analyzes, develops, recommends and/or implements facilities management policies and procedures. Coordinates with TxDOT organizational directors and employees, governmental officials and private entities regarding management activities for all TxDOT facilities. Directs the planning, prioritization, and implementation of the Department's Capital Improvements Program and Budget; recommends procedures, staffing and funding for capital improvements and other programs. Plans, develops, evaluates, interprets, and coordinates statewide facilities and construction policies, review guidelines, procedures, rules and regulations and monitors compliance. Oversees consultant and construction contracts for facilities-related professional and construction services. Oversees leased space, new facility design and construction; and existing facility alterations, expansions and improvements. Provides program analysis; prepares and presents reports pertaining to facilities management activities. Represents the Department at facilities management/acquisition activities, business meetings, legislative sessions, conferences, seminars and committees. Directs the development and implementation of the Department's Master Space Utilization Plan for all TxDOT facilities. Oversees the department's energy management program and the statewide physical security program. Oversees the department's facilities construction, preventive maintenance, minor repairs activities, and building services standards and contracting. Coordinates the development of designs, drawings, standards, specifications and cost estimates for construction projects, infrastructure, specialized equipment and instruments. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Experience: 5 years of experience in facilities construction and management related activities (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. Must have three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in senior level project management, architectural and engineering concepts, construction project management, and facility operations.

Competencies: Extensive knowledge of: Research, plan preparation, design, testing, construction and maintenance of facilities Capital Planning Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies Organizational planning Construction, maintenance and operation of transportation facilities Space planning and management Considerable knowledge of: Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems Basic building construction principles Building design Building and fire codes Building code standards and industry guidelines Contract development and oversight Leasing procedures Expert skill in: Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks Persuasion, negotiation, and communication of critical issues Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management Preparing technical reports and presentations Proficient skill in: Analyzing issues, facts, and available information to develop logical solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data; drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions Analyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Other Attributes: Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device 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 Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words 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 read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.