Project Manager - Houston, United States - Harris County Toll Road Authority

Description

Other Duties

Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversees the planning and execution of feasibility studies; preliminary engineering design; alternative analysis; risk analysis; cost estimation; environmental clearance and long term mitigation obligations; final design; right-of-way acquisition; utility relocation; construction management; and management of contractual agreements.

Manages and is responsible for project scope, cost, and schedule from conceptional design to construction completion and ensures project delivery is on-time and within budget.

Provides direction and management of the day-to-day operational activities for all team members including overseeing consultants and/or contractors to keep all activities on track and moving forward.

Responsible for the accuracy and updating of project schedules and project monthly reports.

Responsible for coordination and communication with all appropriate project stakeholders, team members and leadership ensuring that quality deliverables and milestones are met on time and within budget.

Manages the established goals of assigned projects from conceptional design to construction completion by defining the project scope, setting the schedule, allocating resources and providing technical support to a team of professional staff members.

Develops and implements strategies in partnership with project team to ensure projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame, per project scope funding parameters and minimizing risks to project delivery.

Develops and implements strategies related to design, management, construction, and delivery of projects; directs the preparation and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and quality control objectives.

Coordinates and communicates with the project team to discuss project updates, risk management best practices, and solutions to minimize the impact of problems on the project scope, schedule and budget expectations.

Conducts project site visits to monitor project and ensure compliance.

Manages and is responsible for the delivery of design, PS&E plan set production and construction delivery of transportation projects including roadway, bridge and pedestrian facilities.

Requirements:

Licensed to practice as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas, or ability to obtain a Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) within six (6) months of hire.

A valid Texas driver's license and good driving record.
Experience that includes any combination of engineering planning, design, and construction management of projects involving roadway and bridge design.
Project Manager I - less than three (3) years of experience
Project Manager II - three (3) years' of experience
Project Manager III - five (5) years' of experience
Project Manager IV - seven (7) years' of experience
Project Manager V - ten (10) years' of experience

Preferred:
Project Management Certification(s) such as CAPM, PMP, PgMP or other related project management certifications

Knowlege, Skills, and AbilitiesConsiderable knowledge and understanding of civil transportation infrastructure design, roadway/bridge design, drainage, and construction standards and practices.

Strong skills using project management tools and systems, including but not limited to scheduling software, Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Proficient skills using Microsoft Office MS 365, Bluebeam and Adobe Acrobat.
Familiar with collaborative working environments such as Microsoft Teams and Sharepoint.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers, the public, industry, and governmental representatives.
Ability to work well independently or as part of a team.

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide others, build effective and cohesive teams toward the accomplishment of agency and division goals.

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, coordinate, train, support, assign and evaluate the work of subordinate managers.
Ability to handle confidential materials with considerable personal tact and initiative.

Physical DemandsMust be able to work in all weather conditions.
Must be able to safely and efficiently move around all parts of a construction site including excavations and heights.


General Information:


Position Type and Typical Hours
This is a full-time position. Typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department. May occasionally have to work nights and weekends. During inclement weather events, shift work may be required, including potentially overnight.


Work Environment
Work is mainly conducted indoors (both office and job trailer). However, the job may require time outside on construction project sites in all weather conditions. Exposure to extreme temperatures (high and low), noise, and high-speed traffic. May be exposed to other hazards during inclement weather or mainten