Project Manager I (Construction Project Manager)

TPWD - Project Manager I (Construction Project Manager) (00033330)

 

Organization: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT

 

Primary Location: Texas-Austin

 

Work Locations: DW-TPWD Headquarters 4200 Smith School Road  Austin 78744

 

Job: Business and Financial Operations

 

Employee Status: Regular

 

Schedule: Full-time

 

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

 

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

 

State Job Code: 1558  

Salary Admin Plan: B

 

Grade: 20  

Salary (Pay Basis): 5,000.00 - 5,000.00 (Monthly)

 

Number of Openings: 1

 

Overtime Status: Exempt

 

Job Posting: Jun 9, 2023, 1:16:28 PM

 

Closing Date: Jun 30, 2023, 11:59:00 PM

 

 

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

PLEASE NOTE:  

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.  

 

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.  Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week.  Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

 

Applications with “See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields. If education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview. 

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:  Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en  

Project Manager I-V

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Project Manager I-V

Navy

BU, CE, EA, 611X, 612X, 641X, 712X

Project Manager I-V

Coast Guard

SEI16

Project Manager I-V

Marine Corps

2612, 2613, 8060, 8058, 8848

Project Manager I-V

Air Force

3D0X2, 3D0X4, 8K000, 16KX, 32EX, 63AX

 

*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/ https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE:  If you choose to claim veteran’s employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Veteran’s Hiring Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit,  telework, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

HIRING CONTACT: Connor Hoelscher, (512) 574-0693

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744

 

Under the direction of the Regional Program Manager, this position is responsible for routine (journey-level) project management work for Minor Construction/Repair projects and/or Capital Construction projects under two (2) million-dollar contract amount.  Responsible for reviewing and approving construction schedules, payment applications, contract documents, vendor compliance, safety, statutory and monitoring for compliance with Division goals, policies, and procedures. Coordinates work and communicates with other branches within the Division to monitor scope, budget, schedule, owner installed items, outside consultant / construction contracts and project close-out.  Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

 

 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Construction Science, or a closely related field.

 

One year experience in the construction industry, or other closely related industry. (Can

include internships, volunteer hours, etc.)

NOTE: Volunteer, internships or personal experience in the construction industry or closely related field counts towards the required experience.

 

Experience in the use of MS Office applications.

 

Licensure:   

Applicant must possess a valid state driver’s license.

 

One additional year of progressively responsible experience in the construction industry may substitute for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

 

Experience using Project Management software;

Experience scheduling projects using Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software;

Experience in public speaking and conducting presentations.

 

Licensure:   

Licensed Architect, Engineer or Landscape Architect;

Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification issued by the Project Management Institute.

 

Knowledge of Project Management principles;

Knowledge of the construction process, construction management techniques, proper construction contract documentation, and building operations;

Knowledge of applicable codes and standards;

Knowledge of outdoor resource-based recreational facilities and supporting infrastructure requirements;

Knowledge of engineering and/or architectural design principles, site planning, practices, methods, systems and processes;

Knowledge of professional consultant selection and various construction procurement methods used by governmental agencies under state law;

Knowledge of construction estimating and appropriate levels of estimating as it applies to origination, planning, and bid costs for capital projects;

Knowledge of project activity and resource scheduling;

Knowledge of Risk Management;

Strong verbal and written communication skills;

Excellent documentation and organizational skills;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint and Project;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;

Skill in negotiating comprehensive scopes and budgets using various methods and operational requirements needed for the design and construction of a wide variety of facilities;

Skill in reviewing construction specifications and construction documents;

Skill in directing the timely delivery of project deliverables;

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;

Skill in meeting deadlines;

Skill in making sound and timely decisions;

Skill in problem solving, analytical skills;

Skill in following procedures;

Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment;

Ability to identify potential project challenges;

Ability to guide outcomes and encourage others;

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;

Ability to organize complex information into understandable concepts;

Ability to effectively conduct public meetings;

Ability to make compelling presentations to large and diverse groups;

Ability to motivate external contractors, sub-contractors or internal division and department colleagues to adopt action conforming to specific goals in response to project objective;

Ability to make decisions involving major impacts on project cost and time;

Ability to manage available resources;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

 

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday;

Required to work overtime as necessary;

This position is suitable to telework two days per week and the candidate may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval;

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Required to travel 50% with the occasional overnight stay;

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.