Salary : $65,131.76 - $95,090.40 Annually
Location : Town Center: 211 East Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, TX
Job Type: Regular Fulltime
Job Number: 01325
Department: Development Services
Division: Engineering and Construction
Opening Date: 06/30/2026
Closing Date: 7/30/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt

Description

The purpose of the position is to schedule and supervise construction activities related to public works and private development projects. This is accomplished by reviewing projects and schedules; coordinating work with utility departments; supervising the inspection process; ensure construction projects are completed in accordance with City guidelines and standards. Other duties include facilitating meetings with developers, contractors, engineers and staff; reviewing or completing final inspections; and acting as liaison with local, state and federal officials.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates public works and private development construction projects by working with citizens, developers, engineers, consultants, contractors, and City staff; gathering and providing information; facilitating initial and review meetings; overseeing and implementing plans and project schedules; identifying goals and objectives; and working with franchise utility companies
• Oversees construction projects by scheduling; working with developers; monitoring work orders and costs; preparing estimates; monitoring all phases of construction; assessing job site progress; and reviewing and approving payments
• Completes the inspection process by making final inspections and preparing acceptance documents
• Ensures current requirements meet standards and regulations by reviewing local, state and federal standards; preparing change orders and field modifications; and recommending and updating and maintaining all record documents

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or other related field;
• Five (5) years of related work experience;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
• Valid Driver's License.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.

Supplemental Information

• Knowledge of standard construction practices related to asphalt streets, concrete streets, wastewater lines, water lines and storm drainage
• Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans and specifications

Employee Benefit Information

Health Insurance- BCBS

Dental Insurance- BCBS

Vision Insurance - EyeMed Insight

Flexible Spending - Payflex
Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions.

Life Insurance- Dearborn National
The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000.

Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National
This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents.

Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks
Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems.

Education Pay
Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees.

Social Security
Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds.

Texas Municipal Retirement System
Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1.
Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age.

Vacation
Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year).
All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).
All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Sick Leave
Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).
All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).
All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Holidays
Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day.

Longevity Pay
Earned at a rate of $4 per month.
This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200).

Worker's Compensation
Worker's compensation coverage is provided for all employees.

Fire/Police
Eligible for Education/Certification pay.

Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual/Empower
Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.
01

Do you have five (5) years of related experience?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have experience in overseeing construction projects?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of supervision do you have?
04

Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or another related field?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification?

• Yes
• No

Required Question