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City of Pearland, TX

CIP Project Manager/Project Engineer - Capital Projects

City of Pearland, TX, Pearland

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The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time CIP Project Manager/Project Engineer to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Engineering and Public Works department within our Capital Improvement Projects division . Are you results-driven? Are you results-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment that is customer-facing? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

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The CIP Project Manager/Project Engineer earns a competitive salary of $71,682.31-$91,394.95/per year based on experience and qualifications . Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance, plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match , life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

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ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND

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The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage , a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States. The City of Pearland has also been recognized as a Top Workplace in the Houston Metro Area 2023 by The Houston Chronicle .

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Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods , and superb quality of life . Ranked among the top ten safest cities in Texas , Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer, including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation .

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Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth . Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CIP PROJECT MANAGER/PROJECT ENGINEER

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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  • Coordinates review of plans and specs for design of capital projects; facilitates design kick-off and review through PER/30% phase, 60%, 90%, and 100% plans.
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  • Develops project scope, cost, schedule, and budget estimates; monitors personnel and consultants to accomplish work.
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  • Performs project planning, developing a project charter, determining impact of adjacent projects, documentation of existing problems, handles community complaints, superordinate agency requirements and studies to develop high level scope, budget, schedule and risk assessment.
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  • Directs all aspects of construction, including oversight of consultants, surveyors, test labs, contractors, CM/CIs, and administrative staff; conducts preconstruction conference and progress meetings; conducts site visits and resolves field issues.
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  • Manages design process, ensures work deliverables of technical professionals meet schedule and deliverable milestones; secures project right of way during design phase.
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  • Applies engineering principles in review of plans and specifications for capital projects; makes recommendations for revisions.
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  • Drafts regular project updates to city manager, council, and public.
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  • Recommends selection and coordinates work of contractors; monitors and controls project schedule, budget, consultants and contractors.
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REQUIREMENTS

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  • Two to five (2-5) years in Municipal Government and/or working with federal, state, and local agencies is preferred.
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  • Experience performing quality control on the project from inception through completions to maintain project integrity.
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  • Ability to simultaneously work, using an organized and detailed methodology, on multiple tasks.
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  • Ability to prioritize a challenging workload in a fast-paced high energy environment.
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  • Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, direct, review and evaluate performance of consulting engineers, contractors, and others involved in CIP and non-CIP projects.
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  • Ability to make prompt decisions and develop new and relative ideas for providing a quality project with little or no supervision.
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  • Ability to assess and analyze project risks, identify mitigation options, make decisions, and implement corrective actions.
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  • Ability to achieve specified project goals and objectives independently and as part of a team, assuming direct accountability for the assigned work.
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  • Experience with reading and interpreting plans and construction specifications.
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  • Experience evaluating contract agreements.
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  • Municipal engineering or public works experience.
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  • Professional verbal and written communication skills.
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  • BS/BA Degree from an accredited college or university and minimum two to five (2-5) years of related experience in construction, engineering or infrastructure project management is required.
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  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification required, or the ability to obtain within two (2) years of hire date.
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