Assistant Project Manager - Minor Projects

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Section: MINOR PROJECTS

Location: 900 Bagby*

Workdays & Hours: M- F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.*

• Subject to Change
  
  

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

The General Services Department is seeking an Assistant Project Manager and need candidates that should be able to assist in the coordination, planning, and administration of various design and/or construction contracts and projects to ensure delivery within prescribed scope of work and budgetary and time constraints.

This position will also be responsible for the following duties:

• Assists in the coordination and oversight of work activities by construction personnel, technical professionals, consultants, and other outside agencies to provide support, resolve concerns and attain project completion.
• Assists in developing contractual budgetary controls, managing schedules, and establishing/executing the scope of work.
• Interprets contracts and construction and design documents. Conducts constructability reviews of plans and specifications.
• Conducts inspections to ensure adherence to contract specifications and requirements.
• Provides timely responses to submittals from construction personnel. Verifies and processes progress payments and negotiates cost of changes to contracts.
• Monitors documentation and processing of information affecting required change orders.
• Prepares and maintains various reports and records on project execution.
• Prepares and evaluates processes and procedures to ensure project goals are achieved. Provides technical solutions to challenges encountered during construction or design activities.
• Attends various project meetings.
  
  

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. Will require driving to various locations to perform duties.

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

No experience is 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

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

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The hiring department may administer a skills test/assessment.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes

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 20

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) 393-8085.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-8085. (TTY 7-1-1)

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.