PROJECT MANAGER (OCE/Stormwater)

Full Job Description

Applications accepted from: All Persons interested

Division/Section: Office of the City Engineer/Stormwater
Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Avenue, Houston, Tx.
Workdays & Hours: Mon - Fri. 8:00 am - 5:00 pm*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Serve as program liaison, working jointly with other City of Houston departments, as well as other public agencies, like Harris County, to ensure the program standards set by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are met.

• Responsible for all aspects of the City of Houston’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program.
• Facilitates MS4 meetings and coordinates with City other departments, Harris County, and Harris County Flood Control.

• Provides training seminars, workshops, and other informational to support MS4‘s educational programs.
• Prepares and submits to TCEQ MS4 permit renewal applications.
• Prepares and submits to TCEQ MS4 reports annually.
• Develops protocols and maintains records to document and track in compliance with all MS4 permit requirements.
• Helps and provides guidelines for all departments who joined MS4 program to achieve common goals.
• Assists Senior Project Manager and Managing Engineer for any job activities.
• Researches and collects data from various departments and other sources.
• Investigates and responds to any inquiries from other City of Houston departments, technical personnel, regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, and the general public.
• Assists other technical work related to drainage and storm infrastructure as assigned.

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.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II Level.

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
Four years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geotechnical, environmental or a closely related field are 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

Qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants who have/demonstrate the following:

• Candidates with experience in Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program management.

**Preference will also be given to candidates who possess a valid Texas Driver’s license and be in compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).

**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
Department may administer 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 25

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 832-393-6015

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6015 (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.