Project Manager Vertical

Position Overview:
The Office of the County Engineer (OCE) manages a large and complex capital program with more than 700 active projects valued at approximately $4 billion. Over the next year OCE will oversee hundreds of design and construction projects making this role critical to the successful delivery of the Countys capital program and broader operational objectives.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing multiple capital improvement projects within OCEs Vertical Portfolio ensuring construction activities comply with the Engineer of Record and Architect of Records sealed plans Harris County specifications and all applicable codes and standards. Projects may include high-rise renovations and new construction facility upgrades full-site developments such as parks and greenways and major energy sustainability and resiliency initiatives.

This position plays a key role in supporting disaster recovery and emergency preparedness efforts including continuity of operations under the Countys Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP). The Project Manager works closely with County departments contractors consultants testing laboratories coordinating agencies and external partners to proactively address issues manage risk and resolve challenges throughout the design and construction process helping protect the health safety and welfare of the community.

Job Duties:

• Deliver assigned capital projects from pre-planning through construction and close-out ensuring alignment with approved scope schedule budget and quality standards using several delivery methods.
• Develop negotiate and manage project scopes of work schedules resource plans and cost estimates in coordination with clients consultants and project teams.
• Lead consultant procurement efforts including contract negotiation staffing coordination budget oversight and ongoing consultant performance management.
• Manage and coordinate internal and external project delivery teams to produce final deliverables including engineering reports and constructible plan sets.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet client expectations departmental standards regulatory requirements and permitting guidelines.
• Implement proactive risk management strategies to identify mitigate and resolve issues impacting project scope schedule budget or performance.
• Oversee project controls and reporting using project management systems (e.g. e-Builder) to ensure accurate tracking of scope budget schedule documentation and approvals.
• Coordinate closely with CIP Inspections & Quality Assurance staff inspectors design engineers consultants and contractors throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Conduct pre-construction site walks and field coordination to resolve design issues utility conflicts and construction-related challenges.
• Review and recommend approval of change orders related to changed conditions constructability cost reasonableness and viable technical solutions.
• Maintain oversight of assigned project portfolios; provide regular updates reports and briefings to senior management client stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Lead and mentor assigned staff including Project Managers Assistant Project Managers Graduate Engineers consultants and subject matter experts; oversee training workload distribution performance and adherence to County policies and procedures.
• Coordinate effectively with County departments elected officials external agencies and the public to support transparent and successful project delivery.
• Support emergency response disaster recovery and continuity of operations efforts as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in engineering Construction Management Architecture or similar fields.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 four years of proven experience managing vertical projects; candidates should submit a list of projects and/or a portfolio of representative work when applying.

Licensure

• A valid drivers license (Texas upon hire). Applicant must provide and maintain proof of automobile liability insurance upon employment.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Demonstrated ability to lead negotiations with consultants regulatory agencies and diverse stakeholders to secure resources resolve issues and support successful project outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of building materials systems and construction methods with the ability to evaluate constructability quality and long-term operational impacts.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes permitting processes and regulatory requirements related to vertical construction projects.
• Proficiency in reviewing and coordinating construction drawings and technical documents; familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) and related project documentation tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and communicate complex information to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to read interpret and analyze construction plans cost estimates schedules and technical specifications to support informed decision-making.
• Demonstrated leadership collaboration and team-building skills with a practical solution-oriented approach to project delivery.
• Ability to manage competing priorities adapt to changing project conditions and maintain high performance in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

• Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities.
  Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location role or telework assignment during emergency events.
• Confirm work assignments with their supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events.
• Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support County operations continuity.

Education

• Hold an advanced degree in architecture/engineering from an accredited university.

Experience:

• Commercial construction experience in the field
• Familiar with the City of Houston Harris County Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and federal agency/jurisdiction review.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• LEED-AP
• PMP

• Licensed by the Texas State Board of Architectural Examiners OR licensed by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers or have the ability to transfer license within 6 months of arriving in Texas.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-Time Regular 40 hours per week.
Subject to early mornings late evenings weekends and holidays at times depending upon the project or workload.

Salary: Commensurate experience based on 26 pay periods.

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:
The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Occasional driving of a vehicle with automatic and four-wheel drive controls.
• Frequent standing and walking; prolonged sitting for extended periods of time.
• Frequent stooping bending reaching lifting and carrying items up to 10 pounds with occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Extensive use of a video display terminal (computer monitor).
• Occasional sorting filing shelving and handling documents books files materials and equipment.
• Frequent standing and walking on rough uneven or rocky surfaces and ground during field visits.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time:

• Approximately 90% of duties will be performed indoors in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting temperature air conditioning and noise levels.
• Approximately 10% of duties will be performed outdoors where there will be exposure to heat cold moisture air pollution wind and dust.
• Must be willing to work in various weather and working conditions when visiting a field location.

FEATURED BENEFITS:
Medical vision and dental insurance.
Wellness.
Professional development opportunities.
Flexible spending accounts.
457 deferred compensation plans.
Retirement pension (TCDRS).
Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
Disability and life insurance.
Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).