Customer Service Representative III/ Drinking Water Operations
City of Houston
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Senior Project Manager (Drinking Water Operations)
City of Houston
Houston Public Works
Location
Houston, Texas, 77002
Salary
$3,390.31 - $4,108.44
per week
Type
Full-Time
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April 16, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves overseeing maintenance projects at the East Water Purification Plant, managing budgets, contracts with outside vendors, and supervising a team to keep drinking water operations running smoothly.
It also includes handling day-to-day plant tasks and serving as a go-between for city staff and contractors.
A good fit would be someone with strong leadership skills, experience in construction or engineering projects, and the ability to handle both office work and occasional physical tasks in a water treatment setting.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field
- Six years of experience in construction, design, inspection, or related fields
- Experience managing budgets, contracts, and third-party vendors
- Supervisory experience including hiring, training, and evaluating staff
- Proficiency in Kronos and Talent Management Systems
- Ability to communicate effectively with all organizational levels
- Physical capability to lift up to 80 pounds and work in varying conditions
Full Job Description
Applications Accepted From: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations
Reporting Location: Various
Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. *Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The mission of the Senior Project Manager position for Drinking Water Operations is to manage all aspects of the Work Management System for Maintenance, primarily focusing on projects related to maintenance of the East Water Purification Plant, including all design and construction of the East Water Purification Plant Enhancement Project. The position is also responsible for coordination and supervision of 3rd party service or construction contracts and projects on-site. Serves as liaison between City personnel and contractors, consultants or testing laboratories. Projects to be managed may include construction, demolition, system upgrades, rehabilitation, and process improvements. Contracts will include various on-call and maintenance contracts. The Senior Project Manager will play a key role in preparing and managing the annual Drinking Water Operations budget. They will utilize all financial mechanisms to purchase and track assets and equipment for individual plant use. The selected candidate must communicate effectively with all levels of the organization to assist management of the many projects, programs, and personnel. Supervisory duties of the Senior Project Manager include hiring, training and supervising staff, employee evaluations, and coaching or corrective action when necessary. The Senior Project Manager will need to be proficient in the City of Houston Kronos and Talent Management Systems and will maintain vital project records and create or provide reports for management and other professional input for decision-making and planning. This position is also required to take part in the everyday plant processes to ensure plants are operating efficiently.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items (up to 80 pounds) and/or occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. Occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than optimal temperature and air conditions.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 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
Six years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geo-technical, environmental or a closely related field are required.
Substitutions: A Master's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the above experience requirement
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
PREFERENCES
Preference shall be given to those applicants that have ten (10) or more years in groundwater/surface water maintenance and operations.
**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
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The 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.
Pay Grade: 28
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at www.houstontx.gov.
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If you need login assistance/technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodation, call (832-395-2972), (TTY 7-1-1).
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 recruits and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
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