Houston, Texas
Project Manager (Transportation Rehabilitation)
Job details
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $74,464 - $99,842/yr
- Clearance
- Other
- Posted
- 6 days ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
Applications Accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division: Transportation & Drainage Operations/Transportation RehabiliationLocation: 611 Walker,
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday/8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
*Subject to change
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Houston Public Works is seeking a Project Manager to join its Transportation Rehabilitation Team. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of construction projects and provide management, guidance, and oversight of construction staff, consultants, and project activities. Must work well in a fast-paced team environment, be able to effectively handle multiple priorities, and demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, customer service, and initiative.
Key Responsibilities
- Manages multiple design and/or construction contracts of various sizes.
- Prepares and maintains contract documents including, but not limited to, RCA’s, change orders, etc.
- Reviews and approves design plans.
- Serves as liaison between City personnel and contractors, consultants.
- Oversight of consultant work in the preparation of analyses and plans for transportation and drainage infrastructures, requiring the use of technical, social, economic and physical data.
- Management of consultant contract documents and invoices.
- Interpretation and integration of transportation and drainage policy and codes in the review of proposed infrastructure projects and environmental impact reports.
- Driving to and from active projects, design, construction sites, and site meetings
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.
This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.Position Duties
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
Four (4) years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geotechnical, environmental or a closely related field are required.
Substitution: Directly related professional architectural, construction or landscape design experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
Minimum Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in construction and project management. Applicants who have earned the designation Certified Construction Manager (CCM) through the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA). Strong communication skills, decision oriented, problem solving attitude and computer skills will be preferred.
**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.
Other Qualifications
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 25
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: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or please call 832.393-8085
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-8085. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Benefits
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement pension
- 457 deferred compensation plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year
- 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Compensable Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
- Professional development opportunities
- Transportation/parking plan
- Section 125 pretax deductions
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Questions
01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions?
- Yes
- No
02
What is the highest level of completed education you have obtained?
- Less than a High School Diploma/GED
- High School Diploma/GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Masters Degree or higher
03
If you selected you have a degree from previous question, what is your field of study?
04
How many years of professional experience do you have in architectural, construction or landscape design?
- Less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 6 years
- 6 years to less than 8 years
- 8 years to less than 10 years
- 10 or more years
05
Do you have a valid/current driver license?
- Yes
- No
06
Which software applications are you proficient in using? (Check all that apply).
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- MS Access
- MS Outlook
- MS PowerPoint
- None
07
Do you have experience in construction and project Management?
- Yes
- No
08
How many years of experience do you have in construction and project management?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to less than 3 years
- 3 to less than 5 years
- 5 to less than 7 years
- 7 to less than 9 years
- 9 or more years
09
Do you possess a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) designation?
- Yes
- No
10
Do you have strong communication skills?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerCity of HoustonAddress 901 Bagby StHouston, Texas, 77002 Website https://www.houstontx.gov/
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