Project Manager; Wastewater Operations

Project Manager (Wastewater Operations)

Service Line/Section:
Houston Water / Wastewater Operations

Reporting

Location:

611 Walker Street, Houston, TX 77002

Workdays &

Hours:

Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (subject to change)

Maintenance management with essential duties including leading and supporting efforts related to preparation and implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance of wastewater facilities. Coordinates the completion of planned and unplanned work on a day‑to‑day basis; works with Operations and Maintenance Planners to set work priorities, assists in the preparation and execution of maintenance, and monitors and manages usage of service contracts and processing of warranty claims.

The position also requires review of CIP construction drawings and specifications as well as the initiation of new service contracts and projects as needed.

The position requires stooping, bending, and/or lifting items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.

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.

Four years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geotechnical, environmental, or a closely related field are required.

Directly related professional architectural, construction, or landscape design experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.

None

• Preference will be given to applicants with experience in computerized database management systems, database applications, and wastewater environments.
• A Master’s degree level or higher in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Computer Sciences, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Preference will also be given to candidates who possess a valid Texas Driver’s license and are in 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 and are among the most qualified candidates for the position, in accordance with Executive Order 1‑6.

This position is subject to random drug testing. If the role is a promotional position, the candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

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 25.

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.