Construction & Enviromental Specialist

FACILITIES; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education Facilities in Houston, TX is seeking a Construction & Enviromental Specialist to support the Construction Director with environmental programs, audits, and compliance with codes and regulations.

Responsibilities include managing permits, records, and documentation; conducting IAQ assessments and asbestos records management; and coordinating fire inspections across HCDE facilities. Requires a high school diploma and asbestos certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Asbestos Program Management certification required.
• Ability to read building specifications and schematics.
• Experience with inspections and records management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate fire and general building inspections of HCDE buildings, centers, and campuses.
• Facilitate the Asbestos awareness program.
• Facilitate Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) control for the department.
• Assist in budget planning and cost estimate acquisitions.
• Assist Construction Director with observations and inspections.
• Maintain construction files.
• Prepare bid documents, contracts, subcontracts, and requisitions.
• Facilitate playground inspections.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance basics

Codes & laws

Records management

Project coordination

MS Office

English proficient

Education

High school diploma or GED

Asbestos Program Management certification

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Construction & Enviromental Specialist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5936511

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Assist the Construction Director with managing the Department’s environmental program and coordinating building audits, fire inspections, and general inspections. Maintain the Department’s compliance with current codes, laws, ADA, and state regulations. Assist in managing permits, records and documentation. Conduct and oversee Indoor Air Quality assessments and Asbestos Records Management.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED certificate


• Asbestos Program Management certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic understanding of all types of maintenance and construction practices and ability to read and understand building specifications and schematics


• Ability to understand and communicate federal and state codes and laws


• Ability to maintain excellent records and files


• Ability to manage multiple projects


• Proficient computer skills with use of the following in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)


• Proficient in use of the English language, both oral and written


• Efficient organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Two years of general maintenance experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. 1. Facilitate fire and general building inspections of HCDE buildings, centers, and campuses.


2. 2. Facilitate the Asbestos awareness program.


3. 3. Facilitate Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) control for the department.


4. 4. Assist the Director of Construction in budget planning and special project cost estimate acquisitions.


5. 5. Assist Construction Director with observations and inspections at ongoing construction projects.


6. 6.Maintain construction files.


7. 7. Prepare bid documents, contracts, subcontracts, and requisitions for construction projects.


8. 8. Facilitate playground inspections.


9. 9. Maintain confidentiality of information.


10. 10.Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $41,280 to $50,323 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources


• 6300 Irvington Blvd.


• Houston, Texas 77022


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]