Harris County · 11 hours ago
Engineering Project Manager
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHarris County Flood Control District is dedicated to reducing the risk of flooding in Harris County, Texas. They are seeking an Engineering Project Manager responsible for delivering flood damage reduction projects from preliminary engineering through all project phases to close out.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Deliver projects from preliminary engineering through all of the project phases to close out including coordinating resources, developing scopes of work, schedules, risk assessments, cost estimates, and expediting deliverables as needed
Facilitate and negotiate consultant procurement and manage internal and external resources to develop the project delivery team, scope, schedule, and budget during all phases
Coordinate efforts with the project delivery team to prepare the final deliverables required in each phase of the project. This will normally include summary exhibits, engineer reports, and/or permitted plan sets and specifications
Review, QA/QC Plans, and professional documents within your professional expertise on projects as needed to support grant, county, and client requirements
Ensure deliverables meet District's design standards, regulatory compliance, and permitting requirements
Troubleshoot conflicts that may arise therein and work with the project team and client on acceptable alternatives
Evaluate and perform risk management to achieve project scope, schedule, and budget expectations
Coordinate and communicate effectively with management, Harris County elected officials and representatives, external agencies, and the public, as necessary
Assist with recovery efforts following local disasters to ensure Harris County has safe infrastructure following the event
Adapt when emergencies or short turnaround projects arise as needed
Perform other duties that may be added or changed as the course and scope of the job directs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Science, or Construction Management from an ABET-accredited college or university
Five (5) years' experience managing infrastructure projects with at least one project with grant funding or multiple different funding sources
Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to deal tactfully with a diverse group of people in a professional manner in a complex organization
Ability to read, interpret, and create construction plans, estimates, and specifications
Ability to exercise flexibility in accommodating shifting priorities, demands, and schedules
Ability to drive a County vehicle to various job sites as needed to accomplish tasks and projects
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas
Company
Harris County
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10001+ employees
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