TxDOT Project Manager

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking. Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth. Position Overview Woolpert is hiring a TxDOT Project Manager to join our dynamic Aviation Team. This position reports to the Sr. Project Manager. You will lead the planning and execution of complex construction projects, ensuring alignment with contract requirements, schedules, and quality standards. As the primary point of contact for clients and contractors, this role manages project risks, monitors performance, drives issue resolution, and oversees documentation while coordinating across engineering, inspection, and internal teams. The position also provides mentorship to junior staff and promotes consistency in project delivery practices. Furthermore, this position requires working knowledge of TxDOT Aviation and project delivery to them. This role will require assistance on refining the Woolpert delivery method to accommodate TxDOT. While the Construction Manager is not on assignment, it is expected that the individual will review plans and specifications for constructability to meet TxDOT requirements for delivery and on site inspection. This is a part-time, as-needed position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located. What You Will Do: On-site Observation Responsibilities: Monitoring of daily construction activities, ensuring compliance with project plans, specifications, and contract requirements, and prepares non-conformance reports. Review of site operational safety protocols. Documentation and Report Responsibilities: Prepares and maintains project records, including detailed daily progress reports and weekly construction progress summary reports. Review reports and records prepared by other Construction Managers. Review and approval of complex material submittals, including asphalt and concrete mix designs, RFIs, and change order tracking. Prepares and maintains as-built drawings. Prepares or reviews closeout documentation and assemble closeout reports for submittal. Observation and Material Testing: Coordinate Construction Inspectors/testers and field personnel to ensure proper project coverage and compliance verification. Review quality control and quality assurance testing documentation and interpret results for project compliance. Independently conduct hands-on observations of Contractor's work for conformance to project plans and specifications. Prepares and interprets Percent within Limits analyses for payment adjustments. Project Coordination: Lead execution of complex construction projects, ensuring successful delivery of scope, schedule, and quality objectives Support delivery of construction projects by leading coordination efforts of field activities, schedules, and documentation. Monitor contractor performance and enforce contract requirements, including quality and schedule adherence Review and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications to support project understanding and execution. Serve as primary point of contact for contractors and clients on project-related matters. Review and approve key project documentation, including schedules, pay estimates, and change orders. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff and