TWDB - 25-76 Engineering Reviewer Project Manager I - II

Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account https://tinyurl/CAPPSLogin in the CAPPS online application system at https://tinyurl/CAPPSJobs. Please visit our job opportunities page at https://tinyurl/HowtoApplyinCAPPS for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Boards Mission  Leading the states efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. 

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical dental vision 401(k) flexible spending and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race color national origin sex religion sexual orientation age or disability in employment or provision of services programs or activities. 

***This is a repost to TWDB 2555 Engineering Reviewer (Project Manager III).

Applicants who applied to 2555 will be considered and do not need to reapply.***

***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***

Salary Ranges:

• Project Manager I:  $4673.00/monthly$5250/monthly***
• Project Manager II: $5251.00/monthly $5788.50/monthly***

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Performs routine (journeylevel) to moderately complex (journeylevel) project management work. Work involves technical analysis and evaluation of engineering reports facility plans construction plans and specifications schedules budgets contracts change orders and other required project and program documents. Ensures that TWDBfunded projects comply with engineering and constructionrelated requirements Board rules and state and federal regulations. Helps to guide political subdivisions and other eligible entities through the various programmatic requirements to help ensure the success of TWDBfunded water wastewater stormwater and flood projects. Represents the agency at meetings and engagements with stakeholders. May train others. Works under moderate to general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to a Team Manager within the Regional Water Project Development Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Reviews applications for financial assistance and advises applicants on TWDB requirements according to the different funding programs.
• Assists in developing relevant engineering information needed for Board consideration of the funding request and makes recommendations on the feasibility of the proposed project/application.
• Coordinates with various federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs.
• Performs technical review and evaluation of engineering related financial assistance documents based upon established guidelines providing relevant deficiencies options and recommendations to ensure compliance with TWDB rules and regulations.
• Monitors project schedules budgets and invoice costs and/or released costs to identify potential issues or delays.
• Performs routine contract management duties for all assigned TWDB contracts such as review of contract requirements terms and conditions.
• Reviews and approval of payment requests and their eligibility and monitoring of contract schedules.
• May conduct on site observations to monitors the progress of the construction of water and wastewater treatment systems for compliance with TWDB rules and specifications.
• Assists owners with problem resolution.
• Identifies and participates in internal and external jobrelated contract management trainings.
• Manages various aspects of projects recommends course of action to reduce delays and documents project files on significant actions.
• Provides information and assistance to appropriate TWDB staff and clients.
• Maintains current information in TWDBs projects database (TxWISE).
• Remains informed of changes to pertinent laws regulations guidelines policies and instructions and correctly applies them to assigned projects.
• Identifies and participates in internal and external jobrelated trainings.
• Assists with maintaining master hard copies and electronic copies of TWDB personnel information policies procedures guidelines checklists forms and reference material.
• Assists with any special projects as assigned.
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agencys records retention procedures and schedule.
• Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include attending mandatory training courses.
• May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with a bachelors degree in engineering or a related field OR applicant is currently working toward a bachelors degree that will be obtained by May 31 2025.
• Work Experience:
  • Project Manager I  Up to three years of relevant experience in project review or in the engineering field.
  • Project Manager II  More than three years of relevant experience in project review or in the engineering field.
• Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a yearforyear basis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with major coursework in Civil or Environmental Engineering or major coursework in science related to agriculture/soil or water.
• Experience in operations management planning and/or design of water treatment storage and distribution systems.
• Experience in operations management planning and/or design of wastewater treatment plants and collection systems.
• Experience in operations management planning and/or design of drainage or stormwater management systems.
• Experience in constructionrelated inspection oversight or monitoring of water wastewater and/or storm water projects.
• Experience in water laws federal and state programs and permitting.
• An EngineerInTraining (EIT) certification.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Knowledge of local state and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Regional Water Project Development (RWPD) Division.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of water wastewater and/or stormwater systems.
• Knowledge of engineering principles techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of project engineering development.
• Knowledge of the design process.
• Knowledge of research test inspection and analysis methodologies.
• Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word Excel Outlook Teams SharePoint and Access.
• Skills in use of internet email word processing spreadsheet presentation and database software.
• Skills in comprehending technical material implementation planning identifying problems and causes.
• Skills in the use of logic to assess options.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and make critical decisions.
• Ability to analyze complex information.
• Ability to develop plans to address identified issues.
• Ability to demonstrate negotiation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to identify project risks.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to adhere to work schedules follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
• Ability to make mature objective decisions and identify areas of potential problems.
• Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
• Ability to perform routine and nonroutine work assignments accurately and ontime with little or no supervision.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
• Ability to complete assigned work on time neatly and with infrequent errors.
• Ability to interpret policies procedures and regulations.
• Ability to provide prompt courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to travel 10 of the time primarily within the State of Texas.
• Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a drivers license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
• Ability to work shifts that may exceed eight hours including early mornings nights and weekends.
• Ability to train others.

Additional Information :

All interested candidates should apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system. First time applicants will need to create an account https://tinyurl/CAPPSLogin in the CAPPS online application system https://tinyurl/CAPPSJobs. Please visit our job opportunities page https://tinyurl/HowtoApplyinCAPPS for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Board Stephen F. Austin Building

1700 North Congress Ave. Room 670 Austin Texas 78701

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Phone:

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime