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Division Manager
City of Houston
Houston Public Works
Location
Houston, Texas, 77002
Salary
$3,377 - $4,487
per week
Type
Full-Time
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April 5, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading teams to oversee engineering and construction projects for the city's infrastructure, like drainage systems, roads, water, and wastewater improvements.
The role requires managing budgets, contracts, and on-site inspections while providing guidance to staff and responding to public inquiries.
It's a good fit for experienced engineers or managers with strong leadership skills who enjoy solving complex problems in a public service setting.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field
- Seven years of progressive professional experience in engineering or construction management
- At least three years of supervisory experience
- Experience managing design and construction of drainage and paving infrastructure projects (preferred)
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Decision-making and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in computer skills
Full Job Description
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Engineering & Construction/Infrastructure
Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street, 18th Floor, Houston, Texas 77002*
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm *Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supervise, coordinate, and manage a variety of engineering and construction management activities and personnel necessary to implement City’s Infrastructure projects (drainage, paving, water and wastewater) under Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Provide technical guidance and training to engineers and project managers. Provide technical analysis and information to develop solutions, define objectives, evaluate scope and fee proposals for design and construction projects, and make recommendations/ provide directions. Prepare and/or review design and construction plans, specifications, technical reports, and cost estimates. Review and process contracts, invoices and pay estimates, supplemental agreements or appropriations, change orders, request for information and request for council action. Attend and conduct design/construction progress meetings and on-site field observations/inspections. Supervise and manage design consultants and construction contractors. Investigate and respond to inquiries from other City of Houston departments, consultants, agencies, contractors and the public.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position is physically comfortable. This position will require standing, walking, bending, minor lifting, climbing stairs, and the ability to perform field investigations and negotiate field hazards.
This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.
Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering or a field closely related to activities of the division.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Seven years of progressive professional experience closely related to the activities of the division are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity.
A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the activities of the division may be substituted for two years of experience.
Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in managing design and construction of Drainage and Paving infrastructure projects.
Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing, decision-oriented, problem-solving attitude and computer skills will be preferred.
Ideal candidate will have a concentration degree in Civil Engineering.
**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.**
Additional Information
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: NoneHowever, the department may administer a 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: 29
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 832-395-2972.
If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2972 (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.
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