Construction Recordkeeper I or II - Bryan Area Office

TxDOT's Bryan AO is looking for a Construction Recordkeeper I - II. Are you looking for a long career with a great work life balance in a stable and safe work environment? Are you looking for a job that has many great benefits, opportunities, and retirement? If so, then TxDOT and the Bryan District is calling your name! We have a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at Total Compensation.

Salary Schedules:  Construction Recordkeeper I $40,918 - $61,130  /  Construction Recordkeeper II $45,521 - $71,055

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)

Maintains construction project records and processes related paperwork; reviews and modifies contract documents to reflect changes to original agreement; monitors records to verify compliance with state and federal laws and determines payments due contractor for work completed. Work requires contact with the public. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. 

Essential Duties: 

- Maintains liaison with construction inspectors and contractor's staff to ensure project records accurately reflect changes and agreements.

 - Attends pre-construction meeting to instruct contractor’s bookkeeper on record-keeping procedures

- Trains less experienced employees

- May serve as a lead worker or project leader.

- Monitors contractors' compliance with federal requirements related to Equal Employment Opportunity and wages.

 - Monitors on-the-job training program and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Small Business Enterprise programs; submits required monthly reports.

- Prepares and submits monthly and final estimates; checks calculations against work log and estimate form to verify work is completed before payment is made.

- Composes correspondence, reports and supporting documents; files; orders supplies and equipment.

- Processes change orders, supplemental agreements, and extra work orders.

- Maintains filing structure for each construction project within assigned area.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.

Experience: 

Construction Recordkeeper I: None

Construction Recordkeeper II: 1 year of experience in record-keeping, bookkeeping, or other related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications 

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

Competencies:

- 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

- DBE, HUB, SBE - Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry - Using standard office equipment

- Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports - Communicating technical information effectively

- Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems

- Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

- Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

- Writing, reviewing, and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures

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) 

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

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