Transportation Construction Manager
Apply NowCompany: Harris County, TX
Location: Houston, TX 77084
Description:
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 14662
Department: Commissioner Precinct 1
Division: Captial Projects & Planning
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 4/5/2025 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants: 150
Position Description
About the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis
Precinct One's mission is that we are committed to become a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive, innovative and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County.
What you will do at Precinct One:
The Transportation Construction Manager manages construction contracts and provides input on planning, project development, design, construction, and traffic operations. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education
Experience:
License:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
NOTE: 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.
Preferences
License:
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Work Environment:
What You Get in ReturnYou will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best daily. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves and Harris County as a whole. You will be in a mission-driven organization surrounded by colleagues who bring their best to work each day and collaborate to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
About Precinct One
There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county's government.
With approximately 1.1 million residents, Harris County Precinct One is a diverse, urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct One's multi-racial, multi-ethnic population is roughly 39 percent African American, 37 percent Latino, 18 percent Anglo, 5 percent Asian and 1 percent other.
Precinct One stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precinct's territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston, including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex, Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park and the Shell Energy Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263-acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College, Rice University, Texas Southern University, the University of Houston and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 20 parks, 11 community centers, numerous hike-and-bike trails, three maintenance service centers and several area offices, all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.
How to apply
If this job sounds interesting, you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One, we invite you to apply.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx
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.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?
02
If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?
03
Which of the following best describes your progressive Transportation Construction Management experience?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)
04
Please provide details about your verifiable progressive Transportation Construction Management experience. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume"(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilitiesIf you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
05
Which of the following best describes your verifiable supervisory experience in leading Transportation Construction projects?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)
06
Please provide details about your verifiable supervisory experience in leading Transportation Construction projects.Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume"(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilitiesIf you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
07
Do you have prior government, municipal/county public works experiencent utilizing strong communication skills?
08
Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions:Advanced:A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Intermediate:A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Basic:A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it.Entry Level:A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the ma)
09
For this position, a valid Texas Driver's License is necessary. Do you meet the above requirement?(Please be sure to include all related details in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.)
10
Do you currently have a professional license in Civil Engineering issued by the State of Texas?
Required Question
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 14662
Department: Commissioner Precinct 1
Division: Captial Projects & Planning
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 4/5/2025 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants: 150
Position Description
About the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis
Precinct One's mission is that we are committed to become a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive, innovative and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County.
What you will do at Precinct One:
The Transportation Construction Manager manages construction contracts and provides input on planning, project development, design, construction, and traffic operations. The position ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- The role collaborates with Project Managers for resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and/or procurement, while utilizing available resources and maintaining project objectives. Monitors assigned projects, programs, and plans. Develops and reviews engineering-related documents, correspondence, reports, and remediation plans. Reviews pavement designs and recommendations. Review and revise schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings, and field changes for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution, and roadway lighting and traffic management systems.
- Lead a team of inspectors: provide guidance and mentorship in construction inspection and construction oversight of Precinct 1's transportation-related maintenance and capital improvement projects. Effectively manage transportation construction projects, developing innovative solutions to construction-related issues. Evaluate project risk and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather input, address concerns, and ensure capital/resource alignment with project goals.
- Assist with the development of performance metrics for team members and monitor/document performance based on these metrics. Evaluate transportation construction project portfolio for compliance with budget, perform budget forecasting and coordinate with other groups to ensure appropriate budget is secured.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field of study from an accredited college or university
Experience:
- Ten (10) years of progressive Transportation Construction Management experience
- Five (5) years of supervisory experience in leading Transportation Construction projects
- Prior government, municipal/county public works experiencent utilizing strong communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft software applications
License:
- Valid Texas State Driver's License
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Infrastructure CIP, Operations and Maintenance best practices
- Knowledge of finance, budget, and purchasing concepts in a governmental entity
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Skilled in a management style that is collaborative and is able to partner with staff Precinct-wide
- Ability to maintain a safe work environment for employees and constituents
NOTE: 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.
Preferences
License:
- Professional license in Civil Engineering issued by the State of Texas (preferred)
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Full-time | Regular
- Work hours for this position are typically 8-hours, 5 days per week with occasional after-hours and/or weekend work. For emergency events, additional work hours are expected and may include up to 24-hour shifts and 7-day work weeks.
Work Environment:
- Will generally perform duties in an office, though sometimes at external event locations
- Occasional travel within Harris County
What You Get in ReturnYou will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best daily. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves and Harris County as a whole. You will be in a mission-driven organization surrounded by colleagues who bring their best to work each day and collaborate to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
About Precinct One
There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county's government.
With approximately 1.1 million residents, Harris County Precinct One is a diverse, urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct One's multi-racial, multi-ethnic population is roughly 39 percent African American, 37 percent Latino, 18 percent Anglo, 5 percent Asian and 1 percent other.
Precinct One stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precinct's territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston, including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex, Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park and the Shell Energy Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263-acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College, Rice University, Texas Southern University, the University of Houston and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 20 parks, 11 community centers, numerous hike-and-bike trails, three maintenance service centers and several area offices, all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.
How to apply
If this job sounds interesting, you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One, we invite you to apply.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx
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.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Wellness Plan
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service
- Accrual rates increase based on years of service
- Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday
- Professional development opportunities
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Healthcare Reimbursement Account
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
- Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
- Flexible schedule (varies by department)
- Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?
- High School or GED diploma
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters Degree or Higher
- None of the above
02
If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?
- Civil Engineering
- Other Related Field
- Unrelated Field
- N/A; No Degree
03
Which of the following best describes your progressive Transportation Construction Management experience?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)
- Less than ten (10) years
- Ten (10) years or more but less than eleven (11) years
- Eleven (11) years or more but less than twelve (12) years
- Twelve (12) years or more
- I do not have this experience
04
Please provide details about your verifiable progressive Transportation Construction Management experience. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume"(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilitiesIf you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
05
Which of the following best describes your verifiable supervisory experience in leading Transportation Construction projects?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)
- Less than five (5) years
- Five (5) years or more but less than six (6) years
- Six (6) years or more but less than seven (7) years
- Seven (7) years or more
- I do not have this experience
06
Please provide details about your verifiable supervisory experience in leading Transportation Construction projects.Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume"(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilitiesIf you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
07
Do you have prior government, municipal/county public works experiencent utilizing strong communication skills?
- Yes
- No
08
Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions:Advanced:A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Intermediate:A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Basic:A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it.Entry Level:A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the ma)
- Advanced
- Intermediate
- Basic
- Entry Level
- Not proficient
09
For this position, a valid Texas Driver's License is necessary. Do you meet the above requirement?(Please be sure to include all related details in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.)
- Yes, I currently hold a valid Texas Driver's License.
- Yes, I possess a valid Out-of-State Driver's License, but I am aware that I must acquire a valid Texas Driver's License before the start date.
- No, I do not currently have a driver's license, but I commit to obtaining one before the start date.
- No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license.
10
Do you currently have a professional license in Civil Engineering issued by the State of Texas?
- Yes
- No
Required Question