Deputy Project Manager, Municipal

Overview Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service. Benefits The company offers the following: New Hire Program: The firm has a program for the successful onboarding and integration of new hires. Development Opportunities: Professional and personal growth through in‑house training and collaborative resources. Compensation + Benefits: Competitive compensation package with 401(k) matching, profit‑sharing contributions, ESOP, health, vision and dental insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, employer funded and voluntary life insurance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs. Paid Parental Leave: Fully paid FMLA‑eligible leave (8 weeks maternity, 2 weeks paternity or adoption). Winter Holiday: Office closure from December 25 to January 1. Community Engagement: Focus on STEM education, hunger relief, and sustainable solutions. Position CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Deputy Project Manager for its Houston office. Requirements Experience & Knowledge (KSA) Emerging: Basic understanding and minimal practical experience; requires guidance and supervision. 4+ years of professional experience within a discipline, including 1 year under a Project Manager. Knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle, industry standards, city, state, and federal regulations, tools and software (Microsoft suite, Vantagepoint, Smartsheet, etc.), and quality management. Skills including leadership, communication, time, risk, quality and financial management, negotiation, and problem‑solving. Ability to think strategically, adapt to competing priorities, execute and delegate, communicate and collaborate, and perform tasks with a high level of accuracy. Complexity & Decision‑Making Authority Responsible for the success of certain tasks in part of a moderate project. Must be listed as a Task Manager in Vantagepoint and may not be responsible for direct invoicing and billing to clients. Independently performs most assignments with oversight from a supervisor and project managers. Responsibilities Financial Management Develop a working knowledge of weekly budget report in Vantagepoint. Assist in the preparation of scope of work (SOW) and levels of effort (LOE) for proposals and authorizations. Assist in the preparation of invoices and advise project managers of outstanding payments, including coordination with accounting. Corporate Compliance & Risk Assessment Assist in contract and subcontract review through the Contracts Department, ensuring filing and adherence to jurisdictional requirements and company‑established signature matrix protocol. Follow company‑established QA/QC process and project safety plans. Communication & Collaboration Communicate and collaborate within the department, other disciplines, regions, and corporate resources. Ensure meeting minutes are logged and sent to respective parties. Assist with marketing requests, including RFQ, proposals and resumes. Client & Internal Satisfaction Adhere to project schedules set by the client. Attend meetings with supervisors and complete requests as assigned. Be responsive and accessible and assist with addressing problems and concerns in a timely manner. People Development Provide feedback on staff performance to management periodically, including for annual evaluation. Assist with recruiting project team members. May give direction to support staff assigned to the project by the supervisor and project manager. Technical Work on projects that include the following scopes: Groundwater treatment plant design and permitting. Wastewater treatment plant design and permitting. Sanitary sewer design, force mains. Waterline design. Traffic control. Project manual construction contract & specs. Permits & regulatory. Water and sewer system modeling. Calculating quantities. Software Applications AutoCAD Civil 3D. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. Microsoft Project. Bluebeam. WaterCAD, SewerCAD. Work Environment Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required. Seated and standing position; extended periods of sitting. Mobility: movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors and outdoor environments. Neck movement while using multiple computer screens. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing. Arm movement in various directions. Object handling: raising or lowering objects from one level to another. Cognitive requirements: selective attention, oral and written comprehension, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, originality. Office conditions: extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters and telephones. Outdoor conditions: walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, confined spaces, exposure to extreme weather, potential exposure to high noise levels and allergens, wildlife hazards. Safety and equipment use: regular use of PPE and hand and power tools. Driving and vehicle use: may involve driving large pickup trucks with trailers and operating watercraft. Expected Work Hours Full‑time position, generally 40 hours per week; hours may fluctuate depending on department needs including overtime. Standard operating hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CST; 1‑hour unpaid lunch break free of duty; operating hours and lunch may differ for field staff. Work Location Flexibility Eligible for a hybrid schedule once the training period is complete, as established by the department.

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Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EEO is the Law (English). EEO is the Law (Spanish). EEO is the Law - Poster Supplement. #J-18808-Ljbffr CobbFendley Inc.