POSITION OVERVIEWApplications accepted from: All Persons interested
Service Line/Section: Engineering & Construction/Office of the City Engineer
Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Ave
Workdays & Hours : Mon - Fri. 8:00 am - 5:00 pm*
*Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Project Manager will be a team member of the Water & Wastewater Facilities Group within the Office of the City Engineer. Key responsibilities include, but not limited to, the following:
- Review Water/ Wastewater treatment facilities projects, lift stations, force mains, non-potable water lines, water well collection lines for compliance with the City Infrastructure Design Manual, COH lift station design manual, Ground water plant design manual, TCEQ Rules and Regulations and/or International Building Codes.
- Lead the reviews on Capital Improvement projects submitted to Office of the City Engineer.
- Reviews Joint Referral Committee applications and provide responses. Attend as OCE representative in the City's Joint Referral Committee meetings.
- Prepares, reviews and monitors easement dedication process for Office of the City Engineer. Coordinates with plan reviewers on required easements (i.e. water/sanitary sewer/storm/sidewalk/access/fire hydrants/street widening). Works with applicants to get the required documentation. Enters application files into legal tracking system and other databases. Responds to inquiries from the public and other City groups. Follows through the entire process until easements are successfully processed and recorded.
- Communicates and coordinates with other members within the group, personnel in other Houston Public Works service lines/branches, and other departments, engineering consultants, technical professionals, and the public to address inquiries and prepare responses.
- Reviews variance requests submitted to Office of the City Engineer regarding Infrastructure Design Manual design criteria and specifications.
- Reviews preliminary plats which are submitted through the Planning Department and provide comments on the CPC-101 form per IDM and City of Houston code of ordinance. Attends biweekly Planning Commission meetings.
- Provide technical guidance and training to staff and direct reports as needed.
- Supervise and leads graduate engineers. Provides guidance to graduate engineers to conduct their assigned tasks.
- 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 Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier IlI 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
PREFERENCESPreference shall be given to applicants with wastewater/water design and/or review experience.
Preference will be given to applicants with strong communication and customer service skills
Preference will be given to candidates who possess a valid Texas Driver’s license and be in compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).
**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 Department may administer skills assessment test.
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 active posting period.
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 call 832-393-6120.
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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, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
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
- 13 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
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
Closing Date/Time: 2/18/2026 11:59 PM Central