Senior Project Manager; Major Projects

Position: SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (MAJOR PROJECTS)

Position Overview

Senior Project Manager (Major Projects). City of Houston is seeking a senior project manager to manage design and construction for major facility projects across various client departments. The role requires managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring compliance with GSD standards, codes, and laws.

Division/Section

Design and Construction / Major Project

Workdays & Hours

M-F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.* (subject to change)

About the Department

In 2000, the General Services Department (GSD) was established to construct, improve, operate, and maintain the City’s building portfolio. GSD provides design and construction services to over 300 facilities, representing 7.7 million square feet of occupied space.

Purpose of Division

The Design & Construction team plans, designs, and constructs buildings, ancillary facilities, and parks consistent with city policies and client goals.

Purpose of Position

The Senior Project Manager will oversee the design and construction of major facility projects including fire and police stations, libraries, health centers, government buildings, community centers, recycling centers, office buildings, parks, and maintenance facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and develop scope, schedule, and budget for each project.
• Provide clear reporting on progress, status, and projected completion.
• Coordinate procurement, negotiation, and contract award phases.
• Manage all phases of design and multiple construction delivery methods.
• Review design drawings for coordination and constructability.
• Oversee construction phase and participate in progress meetings.
• Maintain project documentation (RFIs, Submittals, Change Orders).
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Approve invoicing and track processing to payment.
• Ensure completed work meets contractual obligations.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Travel to job sites throughout the project life cycle.
• Manage project closeout and archive final record documents.

Working Conditions

Position requires stooping, bending, lifting up to 30 pounds, walking on rough surfaces. Exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture, and light chemicals. Ability to respond to gross motor responses within tolerances.

Minimum Requirements

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
• Experience:
  
  Six years in construction, inspection, design, or related field.
• Substitution:
  Master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.

License Requirements

None

Preferences

Preference given to applicants with experience managing commercial projects through professional designs, Architecture, Design/Build, and CMAR delivery methods. Valid driver’s license is a plus.

Desired Skills

• Vertical construction knowledge.
• Architecture, landscape architecture, and building systems design.
• Owner’s representative experience in municipal or governmental entity.
• Interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Veteran eligibility preferred per Executive Order 1-6.

Selection Process

Applications undergo review and may include interview and skills test/assessment.

Safety Impact Position

Yes.

Salary Information

General funded. Pay Grade 28. Salary based on qualifications and grade of other employees.

Application Procedure

Only online applications accepted. Submit stontx.gov. Contact  for questions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination.

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