Senior Engineering Project Manager

Position Description

Working At Harris County Precinct 4:

You will be surrounded by team members who bring "heart, hustle, and higher standards" to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.

What you will do at Harris County Precinct 4:

Are you looking for a change of pace in your career? Harris County Precinct 4 is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Project Manager within our Engineering and Construction team. In this diverse and fast paced role, the primary focus of the successful candidate will be Precinct's representative overall responsible individual in the design and construction of complex horizontal infrastructure projects including road and bridge widening and construction, operational traffic improvements, neighborhood level drainage improvements.

Projects are delivered in close collaboration with the Harris County Office of the County Engineer, the Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD), external engineering consultants and construction contractors, and other Precinct 4 teams including Planning and Communications. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the project team and Precinct 4 leadership to address and resolve design and construction issues that may arise.

Addressing project-related issues raised by constituents in an emphatic and customer-focused manner is a critical skill.

In addition to their project management skills, the ideal candidate will have existing relationships with key agencies and internal Harris County departments including the HCFCD, Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA), Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and other local governments, advanced knowledge of drainage design practices utilized in the Houston region, knowledge of traffic modelling and traffic control standards, and a proven track record in providing mentorship and guidance to junior staff.

The successful candidate will also be called upon to provide technical guidance to Precinct 4 leadership on various matters.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

* Act as the Precinct's representative on various road and bridge widening and construction, operational traffic improvements, and neighborhood level drainage improvement projects through the scoping, study, design, bid, and construction phases.

* Work closely with Harris County Office of County Engineer and external consultants to monitor and review assigned projects to confirm compliance with approved scopes, budget and schedules.

* Collaboratively work with the project team to resolve design and construction issues which arise during the project. Review design deliverables for compliance with Precinct goals and objectives.

* Report on project status to Precinct 4 leadership on an ongoing basis. Respond to inquiries from constituents, senior staff and elected officials as required.

* Prepare financial documentation and updates, work with Precinct 4 Finance team to determine project cash flows on a current and pro forma basis.

* Communicate with constituents and other members of the public to resolve complaints and issues resulting from construction projects.

* Undertake the review of traffic studies and other reports prepared by the Harris County Office of the County Engineer for the assessment and implementation of roadway operational and safety improvements.

* Act as a technical advisor to Precinct 4 leadership in the development infrastructure related policies.

* Liaise and engage with the HCFCD and HCTRA on various technical and policy related initiatives.

* Work with the Office of the County Engineer's Permitting group in developing Traffic Impact Assessment scopes of work for private land development projects.

* Mentor junior staff and help develop their technical skills.

* Perform other duties and take on responsibilities that may be added or revised.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Requirements

Education:

* Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited college or university.

Experience:

* Eight (8) or more years of experience in the design and/or construction of municipal infrastructure including, but not limited to, roads, bridges, utility installation, drainage systems, land development, heavy civil construction, buildings, or any combination of the above.

Additional Requirements:

* Valid Texas driver's license upon hire and a good driving record.

* Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the state of Texas or the ability to obtain licensure within six (6) months of hire.

* An updated cover letter and résumé are required for all applicants.

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