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  • TPWD - Project Manager III (Construction Project Manager)

    Austin, Texas United States TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE Full Time Jul 15, 2025
    Texas Parks and Wildlife Employer:

    TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE

    We are TPWD Providing outdoor recreational opportunities, managing and protecting fish and wildlife habitat, and managing parklands and historic areas Divisions & Positions Our skilled workforce operates within 13 divisions at 200 locations across Texas. Mission To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. Philosophy In fulfilling our mission, we will: Be a recognized national leader in implementing effective natural resources conservation and outdoor recreational programs; Serve the state of Texas, its citizens, and our employees with the highest standards of service, professionalism, fairness, courtesy, and respect; Rely on the best available science to guide our conservation decisions; Responsibly manage agency finances and appropriations to ensure the most efficient and effective use of tax-payer and user fee resources; Attract and retain the best, brightest, and most talented workforce to successfully execute our mission.

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    Job Description

    TPWD MISSION

    To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

    PLEASE NOTE:

    All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.

    Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

    Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields. If education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.

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    APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en


    MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

    Job Classification

    Service

    Military Specialty

    Project Manager I-V

    Army

    No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

    Project Manager I-V

    Navy

    BU, CE, EA, 611X, 612X, 641X, 712X

    Project Manager I-V

    Coast Guard

    SEI16

    Project Manager I-V

    Marine Corps

    2612, 2613, 8060, 8058, 8848

    Project Manager I-V

    Air Force

    3D0X2, 3D0X4, 8K000, 16KX, 32EX, 63AX

    *More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

    https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

    https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

    MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:

    If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted . If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/ .

    Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:

    1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).

    2. Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

    3. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

    4. Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders.

    5. Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.

    Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.


    BENEFITS:

    Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

    HIRING CONTACT: Andrew O'Neil, (512) 496-3139

    PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Infrastructure Field Operations, 14200 Garrett Road, TX 77044

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION

    Under the direction of the Regional Program Manager, this position performs complex (journey-level) project management work and is responsible for complex project management work for Capital Construction projects. Responsible for reviewing and approving construction schedules, budgets, payment applications, contract documents, vendor compliance, safety, statutory and monitoring for compliance with Division goals, policies, and procedures. Coordinates work and communicates with other branches within the Division to monitor scope, budget, schedule, owner installed items, outside consultant / construction contracts and project close- out. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of innovative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures.


    Qualifications:

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education:

    Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, or closely related field.

    Experience:

    Experience in administrative processes, budgeting, scheduling, cost estimating, total quality management, team building and/or organizational development.

    Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects within constraints of scope, schedule, and budget.

    Five years of verifiable experience in construction project management of real property, land development, building renovation, water or wastewater or road construction projects.

    NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

    Licensure:

    Applicant must possess a Texas driver's license.

    ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

    Education:

    One additional year of progressively responsible experience in construction project management of real property, land development, building renovation, water or wastewater or road construction projects may substitute for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

    Experience:

    Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Science or related field may substitute for two years of the required experience in construction project management of real property, land development, building renovation, water or wastewater or road construction projects.

    Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctorate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Science, or related field may substitute for four years of the required experience in construction project management of real property, land development, building renovation, water or wastewater or road construction projects.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Experience:

    Experience using Project Management software.

    Experience in public speaking and conducting presentations.

    Two years experience scheduling projects using Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software.

    Licensure:

    Licensed Architect, Engineer or Landscape Architect.

    Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification issued by the Project Management Institute.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

    Knowledge of Project Management systems, techniques, and processes. (Project Management Institute or similar).

    Knowledge of Sustainable Building Methods and Systems.

    Knowledge of outdoor resource-based recreational facilities and supporting infrastructure requirements.

    Knowledge of building codes (International Building Code, Americans with Disabilities Act, NFPA 101 - Life Safety, OSHA).

    Knowledge of Building Owners and Managers Association methods and practices for governmental and commercial buildings.

    Knowledge of engineering and/or architectural design principles, site planning, practices, methods, systems and processes.

    Knowledge of alternative energy technologies, Sustainable Design, and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) principles.

    Knowledge of the construction process, construction management techniques, proper construction contract documentation, and building operations.

    Knowledge of applicable codes and standards.

    Knowledge of professional consultant selection and various construction procurement methods used by governmental agencies under state law.

    Knowledge of construction estimating and appropriate levels of estimating as it applies to origination, planning, and bid costs for capital projects.

    Knowledge of project activity and resource scheduling.

    Knowledge of Risk Management.

    Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint and Project.

    Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

    Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

    Skill in using scheduling software and techniques.

    Skill in estimating construction costs for design work.

    Skill in reviewing and monitoring the design work of others.

    Skill in negotiating comprehensive scopes and budgets using various methods and operational requirements needed for the design and construction of a wide variety of facilities.

    Skill in negotiating Materials Testing and Construction contracts.

    Skill in reviewing construction specifications and construction documents.

    Skill in directing the timely delivery of project deliverables.

    Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.

    Skill in meeting deadlines.

    Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.

    Skill in strategic leadership.

    Skill in problem solving, analytical skills.

    Skill in following procedures.

    Ability to guide outcomes and encourage others.

    Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.

    Ability to organize complex information into understandable concepts.

    Ability to convert concepts into physical designs.

    Ability to effectively conduct public meetings.

    Ability to make compelling presentations to large groups.

    Ability to perform policy, program, and fiscal analysis.

    Ability to motivate external contractors, sub-contractors or internal division and department colleagues to adopt action conforming to specific goals in response to project objective.

    Ability to make decisions involving major impacts on project cost and time.

    Ability to build, motivate, and sustain effective teams.

    Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

    Ability to manage the available resources.

    Ability to get the grand perspective in the project, and in any problem during the project, capacity of abstraction, critical thinking.

    Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday;

    Required to work overtime as necessary;

    Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;

    Required to operate a State vehicle;

    Required to travel 50% with possible overnight stays;

    Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

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    TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


    Closing Date: Jul 28, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
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