Job Description:
Senior Project Manager (Drinking Water Operations)
Description
POSITION OVERVIEWApplications 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. 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 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
PREFERENCES 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.** GENERAL 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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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.Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM . 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.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement pension
- 457 deferred compensation plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year
- 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Compensable Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
- Professional development opportunities
- Transportation/parking plan
- Section 125 pretax deductions
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
Closing Date/Time: 4/15/2026 11:59 PM Central
Salary:
$88,148.06 - $106,819.44 Annually