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Senior Project Manager (Drinking Water Operations)

City of Houston
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
Position Overview

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.

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 .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832-393-6032). 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.

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.

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