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TxDOT's Brownwood District is looking for a detail-driven and motivated professional to join our Construction team as a
Construction Records Auditor I or II! In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring the integrity of our projects by auditing construction records, verifying contractor compliance, and helping train others along the way. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys digging into details, solving problems, and making a real impact behind the scenes.
You'll collaborate with a wide range of partners, from field staff to leadership, requiring strong communication skills, responsiveness, and confidence using computer systems and software. The ideal candidate thrives both independently and as part of a team, brings a logical approach to their work, and can adapt to changing priorities with a positive, flexible mindset.
If you're ready to put your skills to work, grow your career, and contribute to one of the best highway systems in the nation, we encourage you to apply today!
Important: As part of the selection process, candidates will be required to complete a simulation designed to evaluate practical application of concepts relevant to the role. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Benefits and PerksAt 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)
Position DescriptionAudits construction project records; verifies contractor compliance with state and federal requirements and trains others. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties of a Construction Records Auditor I:- Advises contractors' bookkeepers on record-keeping procedures.
- Assists with Federal Highway Administration and departmental reviews of construction records and may act as liaison with this agency.
- May serve as District DBE Coordinator.
- Participates in meetings regarding contract administration
- Performs and reviews construction records audits and coordinates with area engineers on monthly and final estimates, change orders, supplemental agreements and work orders
- Prepares related correspondence and reports
- Trains less experienced recordkeepers and records auditors
- Verifies contractors' compliance with federal requirements for EEO and the on-the-job training, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Small Business Enterprise programs
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Additional Duties of a Construction Records Auditor II:- Assists area engineers by providing direction and technical expertise in resolving contract administration problems.
- *Represents the district or Construction Division at meetings regarding contract administration.
- May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks
Minimum Qualifications:Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience :
Construction Records Auditor I: No experience required.
Construction Records Auditor II: 1 YEAR Record-keeping, bookkeeping, auditing or other related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime 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:- Governmental policies and procedures
- Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures
- Higher mathematics
- Equal employment opportunity guidelines
- Preparing technical/statistical reports
- Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
- Monitoring the status and progress of projects
- Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
- Using standard office equipment
- Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
- Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
- Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
- Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:- Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
- 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
