Construction Recordkeeper III - Traffic Systems Construction Recordkeeper
Texas Department of Transportation
Houston, TX
$51,158 - $74,000 a year
Description
More than a job, TxDOT is a career. TxDOT is looking for a Construction Recordkeeper III based in Houston, Texas, at the Traffic Systems Area Office located at 6810 Old Katy Rd. As a Construction Recordkeeper, you’ll help manage monthly estimates, reporting tools, and documentation that keep projects on track. TxDOT offers a rewarding blend of professional challenge, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunities for growth and advancement. If you’re detail-driven and passionate about building excellence, this is more than a job, it’s your opportunity to leave a lasting mark on Texas transportation. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something big! Come be part of our team, apply now!
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; determines payments due contractor for work completed; maintains liaison with construction inspectors and contractor's staff and trains others. 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:
- Attends pre-construction meeting to instruct contractor's bookkeeper on record-keeping procedures.
- Composes correspondence, reports and supporting documents; files; orders supplies and equipment.
- Coordinates with construction inspectors and contractor's staff to ensure project records accurately reflect changes and agreements
- May serve as a lead worker or project leader.
- 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.
- Processes change orders, supplemental agreements, and extra work orders.
- Maintains filing structure for each construction project within assigned area.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education. Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 4 years of experience in record keeping, bookkeeping, or other related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Licenses and Certifications:
- Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies:
Extensive knowledge of:
- Governmental policies and procedures
- Contract development and oversight
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Considerable knowledge of:
- Equal employment opportunity guidelines
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Expert skill in:
- Reviewing plans for accuracy and ensuring compliance with requirements
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Proficient skill in:
- Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
- Using standard office equipment
- Communicating technical information effectively
- Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
- Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
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. Above the EEO/ADA field on job description page
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.
Additional Applicant Information