Assistant Project Manager - Mobility Infrastructure Team, Design Services

Position DescriptionThe Design Services Group is a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, architects, landscape architects, engineers-in-training, architect interns, designers and constructability technicians who provide design and construction support services.The assistant project manager for Mobility Infrastructures Team is responsible for assisting the team lead in design, management and delivery of engineering and infrastructure projects from conception to completion by providing technical support, allocating resources, defining the project scope, schedule, budget, etc.The assistant project manager's responsibilities include take lead on communications with project team, client, and stake holders.The assistant project manager should be able to successfully perform any takes assigned by the Team Lead such as oversight of all project activities and communicate any issues identified in a timely manner. provides staff assistance to other teams within Design Services and other departments in areas of expertise; performs a variety of studies and prepares and presents staff reports; and performs related work as required. Also, to with other infrastructure projects as requested.The Assistant Project Manager's responsibilities include but are not limited to:Work closely with project managers, graduate engineers, consultants, and other related subject matter experts in the preparation of planning and construction documents and complete ancillary support tasks to successfully bid and award projects.Use Harris County Design Software and Resourced to produce complete studies and permitted plan sets.Promote project controls, tracking, and enhanced reporting using Project Management Software (i.e., eBuilder), which includes advancing projects from planning to design, to construction, to occupancy.Utilize the software to assist in managing project scopes, costs, schedules, and documents.Work closely with management to monitor and adjust internal processes that further promotes efficient project execution. This includes assisting with the development of written plans to document and processes for use by Design Services staff, support staff, and outside team members to ensure project delivery consistency.Identify and address risk to schedule, budget or performance with the respective project managers and engage management as necessary to resolve issues and mitigate risks before impacting project delivery.Assist with consultant procurement and manages internal and external resources to adequately staff the project delivery team, including contract negotiation and managing the project budget.Ensure that quality assurance, risk management, regulation compliance and permitting is properly executed.Conduct the full range of supervisory duties for assigned Project Managers to include (but not limited to): workplace safety, training and development, policies and procedures, and balancing workload.Adapt when emergencies or short turnaround projects arise.Perform other duties as assigned, including emergency or disaster event support.Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employerhttps://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspxIf you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.netThis position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.RequirementsEducationBachelor's degree in civil engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction management from an ABET-accredited college or university.ExperienceMinimum three (3) years of Design Experience related to horizontal projects such as site development, roadway & bridges and/or drainage construction projects.Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):Knowledge in designing sidewalks, bike lanes, traffic or pedestrian signals, and all related supporting infrastructure.Military services are an applicable field is acceptable.Experience in AutoCAD and Civil 3D in the production of construction documents/plans.Strong written and oral communication skills.Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to deal tactfully with a diverse group of people in a professional manner.Ability to read, interpret, and create construction plans, estimates and specifications.Ability to exercise flexibility in accommodating shifting priorities, demands, and schedules.Ability to drive a county vehicle to various job sites as needed to accomplish tasks and projects.Licensure:Valid Texas Driver's License upon hire, a good driving recordNOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications .PreferencesExperienceWorking knowledge of HCED, HCFCD, COH or TxDOT standards and specifications.Additional experience beyond the required in the design or construction of public infrastructureEIT Certification within the state of Texas.Knowledge in using e-Builder, Microsoft office and other similar software packages.General InformationPosition Type, And Typical Hours Of Work:Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.Hybrid schedule: Three days in the office and two days working from home.Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.Salary:Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods.Physical Demands And Environmental Exposure:Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Featured Benefits:Medical, vision, and dental insurance.Wellness.Professional development opportunity.Flexible spending account.457 deferred compensation plans.Retirement pension (TCDRS).Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).Disability and life insurance.Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.