Construction Records Auditor

Audits 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

• 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.
• Monitors material testing requirements, results and reports for compliance with specifications and standards.
• 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.
• Trains less experienced recordkeepers and records auditors.
• Verifies contractors' compliance with federal requirements for EEO and the on-the-job training, Disadvantaged Business
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience: No experience required.

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 at tie of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies

• Governmental policies and procedures
• Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures
• Equal employment opportunity guidelines
• 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
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Using computers and 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
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• 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

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Position Information

TxDOT’s Tyler District is looking for a Construction Records Auditor I based at our District Headquarters in Tyler, TX. We have a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career in a fast-growing area, apply for this position!

Salary Range

Construction Records Auditor I (B18): $45,521 - $71,055

Work Location: 2709 WEST FRONT STREET, Tyler, 75702

Benefits And Perks

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)

Job

Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Jun 1, 2026, 6:08:47 AM

State Job Title/s

Engineering Specialist I

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

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

Applicant Information

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: Applicant Information: