Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: SENIOR IT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER 
Posting Number: 33854
Department: Houston Information IT Services
Division: Enterprise Infrastructure Services
Reporting Location:611 Walker Street, Houston, TX 77002 
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change
The Houston Information IT Services (HITS) Department provides enterprise IT services for the City of Houston. These services include voice and network, cyber-security, email and communication platforms and shared enterprise applications that are used by all City employees.
 
The Senior IT Construction Project Manager position is responsible for coordinating and overseeing IT related construction activities to ensure the design and installation of IT spaces, pathway, cabling and equipment are in compliance with City’s Facility IT Standard.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee IT construction projects from initial planning to design and construction completion to ensure compliance with City’s IT Standard and to minimize change order during construction.
• Coordinate with facility planning parties to ensure all the IT systems required are included in the project budget for the engineering design service and construction.
• Perform Quality Control review of the following for compliance with City IT Standard:

• Milestone deliverables of IT system design drawings and specifications from Architect & Engineer team. 
• Milestone deliverables of Architectural and MEP (Mechanical Electrical Plumbing) design documents to ensure that power supply, cooling, fire protection, lighting, etc. for IT Rooms and IT Rooms’ size, location and finish all meet City’s IT Standard.
• IT system bid documents to ensure proposed scope of work and vendor’s qualification meet the project requirements and City’s IT Standard.
• IT system Product and Shop drawing submittals.
• Installation inspection of IT system during construction.
• Closeout documents for final acceptance of IT construction project

 

• Act as the primary point of contact for HITS to coordinate IT related construction activities (budget, design, procurement, installation and commissioning of IT equipment and services) with other City departments (GSD, HPW, etc.), Architect/Engineer team, Construction team, and HITS’ internal teams. 
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms with project team and business stakeholders.
• Identify, track, and manage risks/issues/decisions on IT related construction activities, and report to HITS management on progress of complex and high visibility projects.
• Develop and update the IT Standard and the following design guideline specification sections as needed:

• Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems
• Interior Pathways for Communications Systems
• Exterior Pathways for Communications Systems
• Identification for Communications Systems
• Communications Equipment Room Fittings
• Communications Backbone Cabling
• Communications Horizontal Cabling
• Data Communication Network Equipment
• Cellular Distributed Antenna System (DAS)
• Emergency Responder Radio Coverage System
• Public Announcement System (PA)
• Public Safety Radio and Station Alert System
• Community Antenna TV Distribution System
• Integrated Audio-Video System
• Digital Signage and Room Scheduling System

WORKING CONDITIONS
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. EDUCATION
Requires a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field.
 
Greater than ten (10) years of directly applicable experience may be considered for substitution of degree requirement.
 
EXPERIENCE 
At least five (5) years of work experience in performing engineering design of building IT and Communications system
 
Greater than ten (10) years of IT and Communications system installation and project management experience may be considered for substitution of the engineering design experience requirement, if the candidate can demonstrate the ability to read and understand Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing engineering drawings and specifications.
 
 
REQUIRED CERTIFICATION
Current RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) holder
 
SKILLS
MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint) and Bluebeam.
 
Good knowledge of fiber and Unshielded Twist Pair structured cabling system, CATV, Audio and Video Conferencing and Presentation System, Public Announcement (PA), Video Surveillance and Access Control, Cellular DAS, Emergency Responder Radio Coverage, WiFi, LAN, VoIP, POTSPreferences shall be given to those with the following:

• IT and Communications system engineering design experience in an engineering or Technology consulting firm

**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.**SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIREDDepartment may administer skills assessment test. 
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION – NO
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATIONFactors 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: 30

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.cfmor call (832) 393-0450.If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-0450. (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 EmployerThe 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.