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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION N298 Advanced Freight Planning Project Manager - TPP Division - Austin, TX in Austin, Texas

Performs advanced (senior level) project management work related to transportation corridor/project development. Work involves coordinating the planning and initiation of projects at various levels of completion; monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; and communicating with project stakeholders, management and other relevant parties. Coordinates projects with federal, state and local governments. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.Essential Duties:Assists in formulating and recommending policies and guidelines relating to planning, schematic design, and environment projects.Assists with budget preparation; monitors and estimates future costs.Consults with districts, divisions and other agencies regarding issues related to project development and design.Coordinates project activities with other state agencies, governmental jurisdictions, or private sector partners and contractors and assure coordination and approvals through FHWA.Identifies potential project impediments, risks, and issues; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them.Makes presentations and conducts public hearings and meetings.Monitors and manages project quality to ensure project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications.Oversees planning studies to include feasibility studies, master plans and environmental assessments or constraints identification.Performs complex planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects.Prepares and monitors budget.Represents the Department at national, state and local levels regarding planning project development.Reviews and approves final preparation and publication of reports, manuals, contracts, agreements and related correspondence pertaining to planning studies, schematic design and environmental studies.Reviews proposed legislation and oversees the implementation of legislation affecting planning and environmental activities.Serves as a lead worker and trains others.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

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