Project Manager (Transportation Rehabilitation)

City of Houston • Houston, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Houston Public Works is seeking a Project Manager for its Transportation Rehabilitation Team within the Transportation & Drainage Operations division. The role leads construction project delivery and provides management, guidance, and oversight of construction staff, consultants, and project activities. The successful candidate works effectively in a fast-paced team environment, handles multiple priorities, and demonstrates leadership, communication, customer service, and initiative. The position is based at 611 Walker and works Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., subject to change. It is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III level and is designated as a safety impact position, subject to random drug testing. The employee must pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

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.
• Four years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geotechnical, environmental, or a closely related field.
• Directly related professional architectural, construction, or landscape design experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Must pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where 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, and computer skills.
• Eligible veteran applicants may receive preference subject to the stated qualification and selection conditions.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple design and/or construction contracts of various sizes.
• Prepare and maintain contract documents, including RCA’s and change orders.
• Review and approve design plans.
• Serve as a liaison between City personnel, contractors, and consultants.
• Oversee consultant work preparing analyses and plans for transportation and drainage infrastructure, using technical, social, economic, and physical data.
• Manage consultant contract documents and invoices.
• Interpret and integrate transportation and drainage policies and codes when reviewing proposed infrastructure projects and environmental impact reports.
• Drive to and from active projects, design and construction sites, and site meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level