Assistant Project Manager

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking an entry‑level professional to assist in geotechnical engineering, environmental assessments, and construction materials testing. The role supports coordination among construction personnel, consultants, and agencies to help deliver projects on time and within budget.

The position is based in Houston at 611 Walker St, with standard city hours. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field is required; no experience is necessary, and substitution may

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in civil engineering or closely related field.
• No prior experience required; substitution allows related professional experience.
• Knowledge of design or construction is desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in geotechnical engineering, environmental assessments and construction materials testing.
• Coordinate with personnel, consultants, and agencies to support project delivery.
• Prepare reports and letters; review submittals and process changes to contracts.
• Attend project meetings and provide technical solutions to construction/design challenges.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Construction support

Contract documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Related field accepted

Job description

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division/Section

Engineering – Geotechnical & Environmental Services

Reporting Location: 611 Walker St, Houston, TX 77002

Workdays & Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Assists in Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Assessments and Construction Materials Testing related work on projects. This may include performing field inspections, engineering analyses, reviewing reports, and preparing letters

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the coordination and oversight of work activities by construction personnel, technical professionals, consultants, and other outside agencies to provide support, resolve concerns and attain project completion.
• Assists in developing contractual budgetary controls, managing schedules, and establishing/executing the scope of work.
• Interprets contracts and construction and design documents. Conducts constructability reviews of plans and specifications.
• Conducts inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications and requirements.
• Provides timely responses to submittals from construction personnel. Verifies and processes progress payments and negotiates cost of changes to contracts.
• Monitors documentation and processing of information affecting required change orders.
• Prepares and maintains various reports and records on project execution.
• Prepares and evaluates processes and procedures to ensure project goals are achieved. Provides technical solutions to challenges encountered during construction or design activities.
• Attends various project meetings.

Work Conditions

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III 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

No experience is required.

Substitution

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 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. 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 20

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.