Project Manager IV - Expansion Dorm - Facilities Division

Project Manager IV - Expansion Dorm - Facilities Division

Performs advanced project management work. Work involves coordinating the planning and initiation of projects at various levels of completion; monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; communicating with project management and other relevant parties; and directing, assigning, and evaluating project staff. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Directs, develops, oversees, and evaluates programs and projects using accepted program and project management methodologies; initiates multi-agency or enterprise-level projects, obtains authorization and commitment, and demonstrates business need and project feasibility; and develops criteria for evaluating programs, proposals, and other pertinent information related to project assignments.

Develops project budgets, schedules, work plans, resources, requirements and cost estimates and projections; develops and implements plans to communicate project methodology and processes to interested groups and team members; and reviews and recommends proposals and bids to management.

Monitors and manages project quality and cost to ensure that project deliverables are acceptable, fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications, and are completed within budget; and identifies potential project risks and difficulties and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them.

Compiles and distributes project information, project status reports, and project budget expenditures; coordinates project activities with other states agencies, governmental jurisdictions, or private sector partners and contractors; and creates documentation procedures to capture and manage changes in the original project plan.

Directs, assigns, and evaluates the work of project staff; and occasionally oversees multiple projects concurrently.

Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Construction and Management, Industrial Technology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required seven years may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis.

Seven years full-time, wage-earning project management experience.

Experience in the supervision of third-party vendors preferred.

Criminal justice experience preferred.

Must have or be able to obtain a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) certification within twelve months from the date of employment. Must maintain valid certification for continued employment in position.

Certification as a Project Management Professional preferred.

Current, valid license as Professional Engineer in any state preferred.

Current, valid registration as an Architect in any state preferred.

Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.

Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.

Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile.