Compliance Coordinator (Coppell, TX) - Austin Bridge & Road

Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies.

With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.

Austin Bridge & Road has an outstanding opportunity for Compliance Coordinator at our corporate headquarters in Coppell, Texas.

This role ensures compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, supports fleet operations, and promotes safety initiatives across our projects.

The ideal candidate will have experience in DOT compliance within the construction or transportation sectors and the ability to manage complex logistics in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:


* Oversee DOT compliance for the company’s fleet and drivers, ensuring adherence to FMCSA regulations.


* Maintain driver qualification files, including physicals, licenses, and certifications, in compliance with regulatory requirements.


* Conduct regular audits of logs, records, and other DOT-related documentation.


* Monitor hours of service (HOS) logs and address any violations or discrepancies.


* Coordinate fleet maintenance schedules to ensure vehicles meet DOT standards and are available for heavy civil construction projects.


* Collaborate with the safety team to provide compliance training for drivers and project teams.


* Track and schedule DOT-mandated drug and alcohol tests, as well as annual inspections.


* Stay informed of regulatory changes and communicate necessary updates to management and field teams.


* Act as the primary point of contact for resolving DOT-related issues during project operations.


* Support logistics and fleet operations to ensure efficient delivery and movement of equipment and materials to job sites.


* Assist in the hiring and onboarding process by ensuring all new drivers met DOT regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:


* Minimum of 2-4 years in a DOT compliance, safety, or fleet coordination role, preferably within heavy civil construction or transportation.


* Experience working with large fleets and equipment typical in heavy civil projects is highly preferred.


* In-depth knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations, particularly as they pertain to construction operations.


* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for managing documentation and compliance processes.


* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with drivers, project teams, and management.


* Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and fleet management software.


* Bilingual (English/Spanish) is highly preferred.


* High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus.

Requirements:


* Knowledge of and ability t...