Senior Project Manager

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line/Section:
Houston Water/Infrastructure and Development Services

Reporting

Location:

1002 Washington Ave., 3rd Floor

Workdays &

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m.
* * Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position is part of Houston Public Works Engineering, in the Infrastructure and Development Services section, reporting location to the Houston Permitting Center. Provides high level management of technical personnel and projects. Manages and directs team that reviews on-site construction projects. Manages the Houston Water on-call construction contract responsible for the contract submittal process, issuance of job site work orders, field inspections, budget control and invoicing.

Maintains construction records and monthly progress reports for Senior management. Provides input for departmental decision-making and planning. Manages the Developer Participation Contracts (DPC), ensuring, issuance, compliance, site inspection, and close out of the contracts. Responds to complaints or inquiries from citizens, City officials or outside agencies. Interfaces with departments and outside agencies or firms to discuss projects and programs. Establishes goals, develops and evaluates performance of personnel and/or projects.

Manages on-site project field inspections and investigations, plan review, review all utility agreements, Consent to Encroach applications, the City's plat review for connection to the City's infrastructure. Manages a safety impact team that drives city vehicles ensuring that all City vehicles are maintained, and asset management is completed. Serves as liaison between City personnel, contractors, and consultants. Performs personnel functions, such as evaluating subordinate performance, interviewing prospective personnel, and training subordinates.

WORKING CONDITIONS    

The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. There are occasional discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve occasional exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier III Level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field based on the responsibilities of the position.  Considerable knowledge of design or construction is required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six (6) years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geo-technical, environmental or a closely related field are required. Directly related professional experience may be substituted for education requirements on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

None Preferences will be given to candidates who have had management or leadership experience and have led a team with direct reports, have had experience dealing with the public, and have previously implemented innovative process improvement initiatives.

Valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2)

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS

REQUIRED:

None

However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:
Yes                 

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION             

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.  

Pay Grade 28

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

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