P600 Right of Way Contracts and Finance Section Director

Right Of Way Project Portfolio Manager

Oversees forecast and budgeting of right of way project portfolio, tracking budget allocation of ROW expenditures for district operations, payment of all ROW expenditures applications for federal and state funding on ROW projects, financial reconciliation of ROW Projects, and contract administration of over $1 billion of right of way contracts. Manages all aspects of the ROW project lifecycle from initial project setup to financial closeout. Leads and develops a team of professional, technical, and clerical employees, including data and business analysts, to support the division's data-driven decision making, performance measurement, and reporting needs. Directs the implementation of data management, analytics, and business intelligence initiatives in alignment with the ROW Data Management program and division-wide priorities. Ensures the integration of advanced data analysis, dashboard development, and business process improvement to enhance operational efficiency and strategic planning. Reports to the Deputy Director. Work requires extensive contact with district operations, department administration, governmental agencies, and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product. This position operates within a values-driven environment where collaboration, integrity, and empathy are essential. Our team culture emphasizes transparency, mutual respect, and shared accountability.

Essential Duties :

• Administers right-of-way acquisition and real property management budget.
• Maintains division active and permanent records in accordance with Department policies and state law.
• Oversees, procures, and administers contracts relating to outsourcing of right-of-way activities for the state.
• Oversees right of way project portfolio for statewide projects.
• Oversees special assignments directed by the Division Director or Deputy Director.
• Oversees the preparation of necessary forms to authorize the issuance of a state warrant.
• Prepares right-of-way contracts with cities and counties.
• Reports right-of-way activity statistics to the Administration, Legislative Budget Board, Legislature, and legal counsel.
• Represents the Department at national, state, and local levels concerning right-of-way acquisition and contracting for professional service of right of way activities.
• Drives to perform these duties.
• Oversees all right-of-way related payment requests.
• Leads and develops a team of data and business analysts to support data-driven decision making, performance measurement, and reporting for the Right of Way Division.
• Directs the management, and analysis of right of way data, ensuring data integrity and supporting division-wide initiatives.
• Collaborates with analysts to develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations that inform leadership and support strategic objectives.
• Ensures compliance with data governance, privacy, and security standards as outlined by TxDOT and the ROW Division.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.