Facilities Planning & Mgmt Section Director - (2602318)
Position Information The TxDOT Support Services Division is looking for a Facilities Planning & Management Section Director to lead statewide facility planning, construction, maintenance, and space management efforts. This role oversees capital improvement projects and budgets, facility design and construction, space planning, and security programs for all TxDOT facilities. The section director manages administrative and professional staff and contracts, works with consultants and construction teams, and collaborates with executive leadership, government officials, and private-sector partners to support TxDOT's facilities across the state.
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.Work Location: 6230 E Stassney Lane Austin, TX 78744
: 150,000.00
: 190,000.00
: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt
Stassney Hq - Main
6230 East Stassney Lane
Austin 78744
: Yes, 75 % 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 PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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 websiteTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Oversees statewide facilities planning, capital improvement budget, architectural/engineering services and maintenance and repair
activities. Responsible for management and oversight of staff of architects/engineers and other technical employees engaged in
statewide facilities planning and management. Reports to the Support Services Division Deputy Director. 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 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.Develops short- and long-term master plans, assists in project prioritization and prepares project implementation schedules and assignment of workload.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.Oversees and/or prepares plans, specifications and estimates and seals, bids and performs construction administration of routine facilities contracts (RFCs).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.Oversees the space planning, space allocation and executing of statewide physical personnel and equipment relocations.Oversees, coordinates and manages architectural/engineering consultant selection and evergreen contracts.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.Serves as consultant to staff facility engineers and oversees the coordination of architectural work with engineering staff and technical support associates.Supervises professional and technical staff.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.Supervises TxDOT employees by assigning duties; authorizing personnel actions; approving leave requests; conducting career conversations; and motivating team to accomplish established goals.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Education:Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or related degree accepted by TX PELSExperience:4 years of experience in in architectural design as a Registered Professional Architect OR in engineering as a Licensed Professional Engineer( LPE). (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent) Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum QualificationsMust have three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for
supervisory/managerial experience.Licenses and Certifications: Reg Professional ArchTX Lic Prof EngrProfessional 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.Must be currently licensed as either a Registered Professional Architect OR Licensed Professional Engineer.Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in architectural and engineering concepts, construction project management, and facility operations.Competencies: Extensive knowledge of:Engineering terminology and fundamentalsApplicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirementsArchitectural fundamentals and applicationsResearch, plan preparation, design, testing, construction and maintenance of facilitiesCapital PlanningProgram/project planning, development, and management methodologiesOrganizational planningConstruction, maintenance and operation of transportation facilitiesSpace planning and managementApplicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codesApplicable laws, rules, and regulations Considerable knowledge of:Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systemsBasic building construction principlesBuilding designBuilding and fire codesBuilding code standards and industry guidelinesContract development and oversightLeasing proceduresExpert skill in:Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocksPersuasion, negotiation, and communication of critical issuesAdministrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records managementPreparing 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 decisionsApplying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilitiesApplying planning principles, practices and methods in job responsibilitiesAnalyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical dataUsing computers, applicable programs, applications, and systemsMaintaining a safe and effective working relationship with othersMaintaining a safe working environment
Ability to:Communicate effectively Other AttributesManages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goalsDelegates 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 another deviceLight work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbsStanding-prolonged periods of timeTalking expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken wordsRepetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingersClose 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.This is a Safety Impact position, and you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test 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.
: Engineering/Engr Support
: Full-time
: Regular
: Standard
: Manager
: Sep 4, 2026, 1:40:23 PM
: Sep 22, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
State Job Title/s: Director V State Job Code/s: 1624
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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.Additional Applicant Information
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