Project Manager - Public Works (M.U.D)

Huitt-Zollars • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Huitt-Zollars, Inc has full-time opportunity for a Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Public Works (M.U.D) for our Houston West office with at least 8-10 years’ experience and will be a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Texas. This Project Manager position should have experience in the management and design of a wide range of public works projects, specifically in utilities like water, sewage, and drainage. The projects will be for Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs), Fresh Water Supply Districts (FWSD), and drainage districts. Duties include but not limited to, initial project research, plan production and management of plan production staff, plan processing and management of plan processing efforts, construction administration and project close out efforts.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Must be a licensed PE in Texas with a minimum of 8-10 years of experience in public works projects, ideally in utilities such as water, sewage, and drainage.
• Experience with producing accurate and complete construction plans and reports.
• Ability to work independently in a team environment and to manage multiple projects with limited supervision.
• Must be able to work directly with clients and directing a staff with varied levels of experience and expertise.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, communicating engineering information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to train staff and review work for quality assurance.
• Solid leadership and management skills, self-motivated, and possess a strong ability to meet deadlines, satisfy clients, and solve complex problems.
• Knowledge of MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Civil3D are all a plus.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Willingness/ability to assume increased responsibilities when presented.
• Consistently deliver proactive communication with clients.
• Troubleshoot issues and recommend solutions, effectively implement and document for internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Function as a Lead Civil Engineer.
• Prepare preliminary engineering reports.
• Research jurisdictional requirements for appropriate incorporation into design and construction drawings.
• Prepare of proposal/contract and of project work plans and schedule.
• Prepare design and construction drawings using AutoCAD and information obtained from research activities.
• Ensure compliance with M.U.D. regulations and local/state codes.
• Ensure projects meet environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate client management and marketing efforts for future work.
• Prepare GIS exhibits using ArcGIS.
• Conduct site visits and documents findings.
• Work directly with clients and directing a staff with varied levels of experience and expertise.
• Attend, record, and distribute meeting minutes and assist with general project correspondence.
• Writes or prepares graphic materials for presentations or documents.
• Lead a team of engineers and drafters.
• Initiate and lead kickoff calls or high-level design calls with client in addition to preparing monthly forecasting and client cost estimates when appropriate.

Benefits

• Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• MDLive Telehealth
• Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
• Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
• Term Life / AD&D insurance
• Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
• Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees