Assistant Project Manager

City of Houston•611 Walker Street, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Houston Public Works is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join its Transportation Rehabilitation Team. The position supports planning, coordination, and execution of street rehabilitation and roadway improvement projects from pre-construction through completion. It assists in administering designs, construction contracts, and projects to ensure delivery within the prescribed scope of work. The role works closely with project managers, field supervisors, engineers, subcontractors, inspectors, suppliers, and public agencies to help ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract documents and applicable standards. The position is based at 611 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., subject to change. The work is physically comfortable, with some discretion regarding walking and standing, and occasional minor discomfort from less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The role involves driving to and from active projects, design and construction sites, and site meetings. It is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at Tier III and is designated as a safety-impact position subject to random drug testing.

Requirements

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.
No experience is required.
Directly related professional architectural, construction, or landscape design experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
No license is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction and project management.
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) designation through the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA).
Strong communication skills.
Decision-oriented approach.
Problem-solving attitude.
Computer skills.
Eligible veteran applicants may receive preference subject to the stated qualifications and selection conditions.

Responsibilities

Assist in coordinating and overseeing activities of construction personnel, technical professionals, consultants, and outside agencies to provide support, resolve concerns, and attain project completion.
Assist in developing contractual budgetary controls, managing schedules, and establishing and executing the scope of work.
Conduct inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications and requirements.
Provide timely responses to submittals from construction personnel.
Verify and process progress payments and negotiate costs of contract changes.
Monitor documentation and processing of information affecting required change orders.
Prepare and maintain reports and records on project execution.
Prepare and evaluate processes and procedures to ensure project goals are achieved.
Provide technical solutions to challenges encountered during construction or design activities.
Drive to and from active projects, design and construction sites, and site meetings.