PROJECT MANAGER
Houston Airport System Houston, Texas, United States
- Location: Houston, Texas, United States
- Categories: Project Management
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Aug 21, 2025
Job Description:
PROJECT MANAGER
Description
POSITION OVERVIEWApplications Accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Section/ Service Line: O&M Rehab/Transportation & External Programs / Construction
Location: 611 Walker St
Workdays & Hours: M - F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides technical support to operations and maintenance staff.
- Investigates and/or responds to inquiries from technical personnel, regulatory agencies and the public.
- Oversees the inspection activities and personnel to review and evaluate contractors' compliance on various construction and design project plans and specifications.
- Reviews preliminary plans and evaluates future plans for construction.
- Reviews contractor submittals.
- Resolves construction and design issues.
- Attends pre-bid, pre-construction, and various project meetings.
- Prepares and reviews various reports and records, letters, forms, and administrative correspondence
- Provides management of multiple construction and design contracts of various sizes.
- Serves as liaison between City personnel and contractors, consultants or testing laboratories.
- Reviews, approves and tracks consultant or testing laboratory estimates.
- Assist with in-house design and work orders as assigned by supervisor.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
There are occasional discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions.
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
A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
**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.**Experience in collection system construction rehabilitation is a plus.
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 25
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
Closing Date/Time: 8/26/2025 11:59 PM Central