Construction Manager - Capital Projects

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Construction Manager to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Engineering and Public Works department within our Capital 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!

The Construction Manager earns a competitive salary of $75,266.43-$95,964.70/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.

About The City Of Pearland

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 .

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.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

General Description

The purpose of this class within the organization is to ensure that projects are constructed according to plans and specifications, and in compliance with City's design and construction standards.

This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Essential Functions

• Ensure projects are constructed on time, and meet the quality specified in the engineering plan and specifications
• Assist in training staff in the area of construction methods and standards of construction
• Reviews construction plans, surveys, reports and specifications for compliance with city's design and construction standards, and applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations, and provide recommendations to the Project Manager.
• Conducts detailed field, on-site, and equipment and materials inspections to ensure alignment with project plans and specifications; verified quality of workmanship, and estimates/quantities.
• Inspect different types of infrastructures to include, but not limited to streets, stormwater system, water and wastewater, sidewalks, etc.
• Inspects soil, concrete, asphalt, reinforcing steel and excavations within City's right-of-way.
• Provides technical opinion including solutions to address construction related to issues.
• Ability to plan, organize, and inspect multiple projects simultaneously.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of four years of public sector construction inspection experience with at least 2 years at a supervisory level.
• A bachelor's degree or higher in the fields of management, construction or engineering may be substituted for construction experience on a year for year basis.
  
  

Knowledge Of

• Principles and techniques of reading engineering plans and construction specifications.
• Safety precautions, rules, and regulations for construction sites.
• Methods and techniques of inspecting buildings and infrastructure.
• Materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in public works construction projects. City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, and PWD facility locations.
• State and federal technical codes and regulations governing public works construction projects, including Texas State Department of Transportation (TxDOT) standards, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) water quality regulations, and ADA accessibility standards.