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SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

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SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Salary

$3,390.31 - $4,108.44 Biweekly

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

37064

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

09/09/2025

Closing Date

9/22/2025 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Section/ Service line: Constructions /O & M Rehabilitation/Transp. & External Agencies

Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversee program functions and staff to successfully deliver projects and tasks including:

+ Plans, prepares and advertises design and construction contracts.

+ Prepares for and conducts pre-bid meetings; receive and review bids and prepares bid tabulations for recommendation of award.

+ Prepares correspondence and appropriate documents pertaining to Request for Council Action for the award of Design/Construction Contracts for Council approval.

+ Manages design/construction contracts and coordinates with various stakeholders and consultants to handle and resolve field issues.

+ Prepares, reviews and routes for approval contractor’s monthly pay estimates.

+ Disseminates, communicates, and responds to critical information in a timely manner.

+ Investigates issues/ potential problems and prepares suggestions/solutions when appropriate.

+ Processes and tracks consultants’ and contractors’ invoices. Assists with the response to inquiries from City and public.

+ Provides assistance with special assignments and support as needed.

+ Ensures compliance with City’s Code of Ordinances and Infrastructure Design Manual (IDM)

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are occasional discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve occasional exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier II Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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

Six years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geo-technical, environmental or a closely related field are required.

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

PREFERENCES

A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy driving (AP 2-2).

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.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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 28

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 832.393.6020.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6020. (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.

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

+ 11 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

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

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Please select the scenario that best describes how you qualify for this position.

+ Less than High School diploma/GED

+ High School Diploma/GED AND ten (10) years or more of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, geo-technical or environmental or closely related field experience

+ Associate's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field AND less than eight (8) years experience in construction, construction inspection, design, geo-technical or environmental or closely related field experience

+ Associate's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field AND eight (8) years or more experience in construction, construction inspection, design, geo-technical or environmental or closely related field experience

+ Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field AND less than six (6) years or more experience in construction, construction inspection, design, geo-technical or environmental or closely related field experience

+ Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field AND six (6) years or more experience in construction, construction inspection, design, geo-technical or environmental or closely related field experience

+ Master's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field AND less than six (6) years or more experience in construction, construction inspection, design, geo-technical or environmental or closely related field experience

+ Master's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field AND six (6) years or more experience in construction, construction inspection, design, geo-technical or environmental or closely related field experience

02

How many years of experience do you have in project/program management?

+ 0-3 years of experience

+ 4-5 years of experience

+ 7 or more years of experience

03

Which of the MS Office applications are you proficient in using? (Check all that apply)

+ Microsoft Word

+ Microsoft Excel

+ Microsoft Access

+ Microsoft Outlook

+ Microsoft PowerPoint

+ none of the above

04

Do you have a valid Texas Driver's License?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Do you currently hold an active PMP certification?

+ Yes

+ No

06

What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office?

+ BASIC: Create a new document, enter text, and save it; navigate in a document and perform a search; format cells, rows, and columns; modify a database and insert data from another; application; create title and bullet slides; work with text, drawn objects, and drawing tools.

+ INTERMEDIATE: Create mail merges, sort and filter them; customize toolbars; run and record Macros; filter data and manage a filtered list; create and modify some Macro commands; create, modify, and format charts; create basic Macros to automate forms and data entry; customize the appearance and functionality of reports; use hyperlinks and perform data integration.

+ ADVANCED: Manage Macro commands, create dialogue boxes, and understand the notions of Visual Basic application programming; use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS); work with Pivot Tables; manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption; use Visual Basic to create a public function or event procedures, or add general procedures in a form module; plan and examine an application, develop a distributed application design.

+ None of the above

07

How many years do you have working with government agencies?

+ 0-3 years of experience

+ 4-5 years of experience

+ 7 or more years of experience

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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 a general discharge under honorable conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

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