PROJECT MANAGER

Position Overview

Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested

Section: Wastewater Operations

Location: 4545 Groveway

Workdays & Hours: M - F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Subject to change
  
  

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Manage the Rehabilitation and Cleaning and Television Inspection contracts Close-out.

The Project Manager will be responsible for the following duties:

• Request the close out documents from contractor once the contract has substantially completed.
• Reviews contractor submittals.
• Prepare substantial and final completion certificate for contract close-out.
• Use a GIS map to review work orders map to make sure the Council District list is accurate.
• Review the final estimate package and prepare Request for Council Action (RCAs)
• Coordinates with other City departments on issues related to processing contract close-out documents.
• Electronic archiving contract documents on CIPMS from advertisement to close-out.
• Review all appropriate documentation for approval prior to submitting for processing.
• Served as a liaison between City employees and outside contractors.
• Assist in year-end closing.
• Track contracts close-out process and update the tracking spreadsheets in a timely manner.
• Attends pre-bid, pre-construction, and various project meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned..
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is generally physically comfortable. The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces.

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

Four years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geotechnical, 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

Preference will be given to a candidate with extensive knowledge of Sewer Line Rehabilitation and Cleaning and Television inspection. Experience in reporting high level information from various data sources a plus. High levels of proficiency in MS Office, CMS, GIMS, CIPMS and GIS mapping,

Preference will be given to those candidates who has experience working with contracts, highly proficient in Microsoft Office, general knowledge of One Drive; possess a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritize various tasks and see them to completion with minimal supervision; demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal

• 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 24

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.