Project Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: DIVISION ONLY
#36792
Division: SPACES
Location: 500 McKinney
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 8 :00 p.m.*
*Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Public Library (HPL) seeks a passionate, experienced professional with proven leadership skills and an ability to motivate and inspire staff to serve as the Project Manager in the SPACES Division. HPL serves a population of 2.2 million citizens through a network of 37 Neighborhood Libraries spread out across the Houston area, a Central Library, and three History Research Libraries.

Essential Duties include:

• Provides general oversight and coordination in reviewing contractors’ compliance with construction and design plans and specifications.
• Working closely with General Services Division (GSD) to represent HPL’s interest in design, construction, and cost negotiation.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and reviews major and minor design and construction contracts for projects, reviews schedules, submittals, change orders for each project.
• Provides management of multiple contracts of various sizes.
• Collaborate with HPL Staff on program design, schedules, and library openings.
• Responds to complaints or inquiries from citizens, city officials, or outside agencies and represents the library at conferences and meetings.
• Serves as a liaison between City personnel and contractors and consultants and monitors contracts.
• Performs general personnel functions including evaluations, interviews, training, and recommending disciplinary actions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires stooping and bending; lifting of library materials up to 20 pounds. Must be able to move freely throughout the library to file/retrieve library materials. Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

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

Four (4) years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geotechnical, environmental or a closely related field are 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

A valid driver license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to applicants with;

• Experience with Public Libraries and the design needs of libraries
• Proven experience working on construction projects.

**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 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 25

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) 393-1439.

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 Employment
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
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

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

Closing Date/Time: 7/23/2025 11:59 PM Central

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