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The City of Houston PROJECT MANAGER (Operational Planning and Readiness) in Houston, Texas
PROJECT MANAGER (Operational Planning and Readiness)
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PROJECT MANAGER (Operational Planning and Readiness)
Salary
$69,498.00 - $92,733.16 Annually
Location
Houston, Texas
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
35995
Department
Houston Airport System
Opening Date
01/14/2025
Closing Date
1/27/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications Accepted From: All Persons Interested
Division/Section: Operational Planning and Readiness
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, occasional weekend and holidays subject to change
PURPOSE OF DIVISION
The Operational Planning and Readiness team is responsible for stakeholder engagement, project coordination, and project review. It serves as the conduit between projects and the airport stakeholders. Stakeholder engagement leads to better coordination of projects with each airport’s stakeholders, improving airport efficiency and lessens or eliminates operational impacts. The Houston Airport’s Operational Planning and Readiness team exists to assure that the facilities meet the readiness standards and expectations of a five-star airport where the magic of flight is celebrated.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of the position is to assist the with the coordination of day-to-day project activities by:
Review and approve WAN's Work Activity Notifications.
Provide input to resolve issues and establish solutions for unforeseen conditions, schedules, and operational impacts to airport stakeholders.
Assist with mitigation of Operational and Customer Service impacts, anticipate risks to safety and security by working with internal and external project teams and contractors to develop, implement and execute mitigation plans.
Coordinate day to day operational activities in the terminals and on the roadways with all impacted airport stakeholders.
Develop project scopes and assist the Division Manager with submittals of new Initiative Request forms (IRF's) and Work Orders.
Develop and maintain an effective reporting system that includes all Operational Planning projects.
Create a dashboard for the business unit that provides details of projects, project completion dates and milestone schedules.
Participate in project meetings, working groups and workshops, contributing technical analysis and experience as it relates to Operational Planning and Readiness, training, and function of the major projects.
Review current and future project documents and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure various projects are in alignment and do not conflict with other scheduled or future work.
Review projects and maintenance activities from a holistic, airport system-wide approach to ensure efficiencies in the airport system.
Coordinate and schedule familiarization, introduction, and testing (trials and simulations) of the major projects with airlines stakeholders, federal agencies, and airport tenants regarding Operational Planning and Readiness workshops, trials, simulations, familiarization, and other activities for the opening of new facilities.
Be a liaison between project managers, planning, the project, and overall general project/airport situational awareness, among other responsibilities.
Coordinate, facilitate and support project activities, mitigate Customer and operational impacts due to project scope or interphase conflicts.
Assist with review and comments of Design drawings, schedules and budgets for projects to include Capital Improvement Program, Tenant Improvement Program, Job Order Contract affecting Internal/External Stakeholders.
Serve as core member of onsite airport leadership (National Incident Management System) in emergency situations as defined by CFR 139.325.
"Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required."
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. There are occasional discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve occasional exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.
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 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
Requires a valid Class C Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2- 2).
PREFERENCES
Progressively responsible experience in Airport Operations, Airport Security, Airport Safety, International Services or Project Management.
*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. Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
YES - If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
This is a Tier I designated position essential for continued operation of critical airport functions. Employees in this position are required to report to work unless otherwise directed and must be immediately available.
Pay Grade 25
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the 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 281-233-1852.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 281-233-1852. (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.
Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
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
01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
02
Are you a Houston Airport System employee?
Yes
No
03
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Less than High School / GED
High School / GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's degree or higher
None of the above
04
What is your highest degree concentration as it relates to this position?
Aviation Management
Business Administration
Business Management
Public Administration
Engineering
Aeronautics
Other closely related
No degree
05
If selected "other closely related field", please indicate the degree concentration you obtained (see resume is not acceptable, if statement does not apply please insert N/A).
06
How many years of verifiable experience of related professional experience with contract, procurement, budgets and vendors in the aviation profession?
Less than 4 years
4 years to less than 6
6 to less than 8 years
8 to less than 10 years
10 years or more
No experience
07
Briefly describe your experience working with a project team and contractors to develop, implement and execute detailed operational mitigation plans. "See Resume" is NOT an acceptable answer. If NO Experience, please type "N/A
08
Do you have a valid/current driver's license?
Yes
No
My license is presently restricted, suspended or revoked
09
How many years of verifiable experience do you have in airport construction, construction inspection, design, airport operations, project management or a closely related field?
Less than 4 years
4 to less than 6
6 to less than 8
8 or more years
Required Question