Construction Recordkeeper I/II/III (Odessa Area)

If you have construction and recordkeeping experience and are looking to build your skills, gain construction/engineering related experience, and grow your career; then, TXDOT’s Odessa District is the place for you! The Construction Recordkeeper I, II or III reports to the Odessa Area Office which is comprised of a diverse staff that includes licensed engineers, inspectors, designers, recordkeepers, and engineering assistants. TXDOT offers outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth/advancement, work/life balance and supports construction recordkeepers through the Construction Recordkeeper Bootcamp, one-on-one training with expert staff, and virtual trainings. Start growing your professional career with TXDOT, apply today!

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 contractors. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Coordinates with construction inspectors and contractor's staff to ensure project records accurately reflect changes and agreements.
• May attend pre-construction meetings to instruct contractor's bookkeeper on record-keeping procedures.
• Prepares and submits monthly and final estimates; checks calculations against work log and estimate form to verify work is completed before payment is made.
• Maintains filing structure for each construction project within assigned area.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

• Higher mathematics

• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Communicate effectively

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

• Governmental policies and procedures
• Writing, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures
• Using standard office equipment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Communicate effectively

• Attends pre-construction meeting to instruct contractor's bookkeeper on record-keeping procedures.
• Trains less experienced employees.
• Monitors on-the-job training program and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise and Small Business Enterprise programs; submits required monthly reports.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
  
   

• Standard procedures relative to planning, construction and engineering fundamentals
• Developing and implementing programs
• 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
• Communicating technical information effectively

• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• 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