Project Manager (Drinking Water Operations)

HOUSTON AIRPORT SYSTEM

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 105,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness
Life insurance
Retirement pension
457 deferred compensation plan
Employee Assistance Program
Vacation & holidays
Sick leave & Personal Leave
Flexible schedules
Professional development
Transportation/parking plan
Pre-tax benefits
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Prenatal & parental leave
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The City of Houston seeks a Project Manager for Drinking Water Operations to steer projects within the Work Management System, overseeing maintenance, upgrades, and process improvements. You will coordinate contractors, liaise with internal teams and labs, and monitor budgets and asset tracking across plants.

Establishing vital project records and producing reports for management decisions, you will interact with various organizational levels to drive programs and schedules forward.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or closely related field.
  • 4 years of experience in construction, design, inspection or related field required.
  • Directly related professional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

  • Manage Work Management System for Maintenance and Operations.
  • Coordinate and supervise 3rd party contracts and projects on-site.
  • Liaise between City personnel, contractors, consultants and labs.
  • Prepare and manage the Drinking Water Operations budget and track assets.

Skills

Project management
Budget management
Contract coordination
Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management
Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture
Bachelor's degree in Project Management

Job description

Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations

Location: Various*

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday/7:00AM - 4:00PM*
Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The mission of the Project Manager position for Drinking Water Operations is to assist and manage all aspects of the Work Management System for Maintenance and Operations, primarily focusing on projects related to the engineering and SCADA teams. The position is also responsible for coordination and supervision of 3rd party service or construction contracts and projects on-site. Serves as liaison between City personnel and contractors, consultants or testing laboratories. Projects to be managed may include construction, demolition, system upgrades, rehabilitation, and process improvements. Contracts will include various on-call and maintenance contracts. The Project Manager will play a key role in preparing and managing the annual Drinking Water Operations budget. They will utilize all financial mechanisms to purchase and track assets and equipment for individual plant use. The selected candidate must communicate effectively with all levels of the organization in order to assist management of the many projects, programs, and personnel. The Project Manager will maintain vital project records and create or provide reports for management and other professional input for decision‑making and planning.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items (up to 30 pounds) and/or occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. Occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than optimal temperature and air conditions.

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 (4) years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geotechnical, environmental or a closely related field are 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
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

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.

  • 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
  • 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
  • Compensable Sick Leave
  • Personal Leave
  • Flexible schedules
  • 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: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Central

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