Capital Project Manager

City of West University Place • Houston, TX

8h

About The Position

Manages and oversees all facets of capital improvement projects, including design process management, construction management, construction cost estimating, budgeting, and contracting. Develops and maintains frequent communication with residents and other stakeholders, contractors, subcontractors, city staff, and consultants.

The position oversees project design, bidding, construction, and closeout; coordinates field inspections and compliance activities; facilitates construction meetings; resolves complaints and conflicts; and manages contracts, change orders, invoices, payments, records, and project documentation. It also reviews construction plans and enforces applicable codes, laws, and regulations. Other duties may be assigned.

Applicants must pass a background check, drug screen, physical exam, and reference check.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and three years of experience in public sector construction and capital improvement projects, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Knowledge of civil construction; construction meeting coordination, scheduling, and leadership; material testing; construction plans, specifications, and submittals; survey benchmarks, elevations, and construction staking; basic math, measurement, quantity and cost calculations; records management; and city safety policies.
• Ability to manage and lead multiple construction projects and perform daily inspections of workmanship.
• Ability to use computers and related software to generate daily and periodic work-progress reports.
• Ability to identify and resolve conflicts with specifications and plans; communicate orally and in writing; provide customer service; conduct field inspections; perform mathematical calculations; interpret and apply laws, codes, rules, and regulations; and verify and approve monthly invoices for payment.
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, physical exam, and reference check.
• Ability to perform the physical activities and meet the physical demands described in the posting, including heavy work and lifting or moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII) designation or similar certification through the American Public Works Association.
• Professional Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee design, bid, construction, and closeout phases for capital improvement projects.
• Identify and assist in resolving compliance issues and monitor materials testing, including testing of concrete, asphalt, and underground utility embedment and backfill.
• Coordinate with internal and external departments, personnel, agencies, the public, and contractors; lead construction meetings; provide information and assistance; and address and resolve complaints.
• Prepare, maintain, compile, and report records and documentation, and update applicable databases and systems to ensure timely and accurate documentation.
• Process and oversee project contracts, including change orders, invoices, payments, and related issues.
• Manage and oversee construction projects, including field inspections of civil construction workmanship and materials; review construction plans; and enforce applicable codes, laws, and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED