Assistant Project Manager-Environmental

City of Houston, TX
Full Time
Hall, NY
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Job description
POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Environmental
Location: 900 Bagby*
Workdays & Hours: M- F, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.*
  • Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The General Services Department seeks a qualified Assistant Project Manager to oversee and coordinate personnel in evaluating, planning, and administration of various environmental and maintenance contract projects. Additionally, this candidate will also perform the following duties:

  • Performs basic technical inspections and investigative work relative to control of environmental pollutants and contaminants
  • Interprets contracts
  • Prepares and maintains various reports, records, and permits
  • Attends various conferences and meetings
  • Perform monthly visual inspections and measurements of contents in oil water separators and provide reports
  • Perform monthly inspections of stormwater manholes, grit traps, and grease traps
  • Maintain records of permits and documentation associated with permit compliance
  • Verifies and processes progress payments and negotiates the cost of changes to contracts. To perform the duties mentioned, driving is essential for this position
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 60 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. There are occasional discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve occasional exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

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
No experience is required.

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

Preference will be given to applicants with:
  • experience in construction, construction inspection, design, geotechnical, pollution/environmental control
  • Previous experience inspecting or maintaining Oil / Water Separators and Grease Traps.
Valid Texas Class C driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston Motor Vehicle Assignment and Use Policy (AP 2-2) is also preferred.

**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 hiring department may administer a skills test/assessment.

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.

SALARY INFORMATION GENERAL FUNDED
Factors 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 20

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.cfm or call (832) 393-8085.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-8085. (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 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.


The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Wellness
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability
  • Retirement pension
  • 457 deferred compensation plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 10 days of vacation each year
  • 10 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
  • Flexible schedules
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Transportation/parking plan
  • Section 125 pretax deductions
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

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