Senior Engineering Project Manager

Salary: $145,000.00 - $165,000.00 Annually
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 15764
Department: Commissioner Precinct 4
Opening Date: 10/17/2025
Closing Date: 2/28/2026 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants: 300

Position Description
Working At Harris County Precinct 4:

You will be surrounded by team members who bring "heart, hustle, and higher standards" to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.
What you will do at Harris County Precinct 4:

Are you looking for a change of pace in your career? Harris County Precinct 4 is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Project Manager within our Engineering and Construction team. In this diverse and fast paced role, the primary focus of the successful candidate will be Precinct's representative overall responsible individual in the design and construction of complex horizontal infrastructure projects including road and bridge widening and construction, operational traffic improvements, neighborhood level drainage improvements.
Projects are delivered in close collaboration with the Harris County Office of the County Engineer, the Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD), external engineering consultants and construction contractors, and other Precinct 4 teams including Planning and Communications. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the project team and Precinct 4 leadership to address and resolve design and construction issues that may arise. Addressing project-related issues raised by constituents in an emphatic and customer-focused manner is a critical skill.
In addition to their project management skills, the ideal candidate will have existing relationships with key agencies and internal Harris County departments including the HCFCD, Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA), Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and other local governments, advanced knowledge of drainage design practices utilized in the Houston region, knowledge of traffic modelling and traffic control standards, and a proven track record in providing mentorship and guidance to junior staff. The successful candidate will also be called upon to provide technical guidance to Precinct 4 leadership on various matters.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

• Act as the Precinct's representative on various road and bridge widening and construction, operational traffic improvements, and neighborhood level drainage improvement projects through the scoping, study, design, bid, and construction phases.
• Work closely with Harris County Office of County Engineer and external consultants to monitor and review assigned projects to confirm compliance with approved scopes, budget and schedules.
• Collaboratively work with the project team to resolve design and construction issues which arise during the project. Review design deliverables for compliance with Precinct goals and objectives.
• Report on project status to Precinct 4 leadership on an ongoing basis. Respond to inquiries from constituents, senior staff and elected officials as required.
• Prepare financial documentation and updates, work with Precinct 4 Finance team to determine project cash flows on a current and pro forma basis.
• Communicate with constituents and other members of the public to resolve complaints and issues resulting from construction projects.
• Undertake the review of traffic studies and other reports prepared by the Harris County Office of the County Engineer for the assessment and implementation of roadway operational and safety improvements.
• Act as a technical advisor to Precinct 4 leadership in the development infrastructure related policies.
• Liaise and engage with the HCFCD and HCTRA on various technical and policy related initiatives.
• Work with the Office of the County Engineer's Permitting group in developing Traffic Impact Assessment scopes of work for private land development projects.
• Mentor junior staff and help develop their technical skills.
• Perform other duties and take on responsibilities that may be added or revised.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email
Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited college or university.

Experience:

• Eight (8) or more years of experience in the design and/or construction of municipal infrastructure including, but not limited to, roads, bridges, utility installation, drainage systems, land development, heavy civil construction, buildings, or any combination of the above.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Texas driver's license upon hire and a good driving record.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the state of Texas or the ability to obtain licensure within six (6) months of hire.
• An updated cover letter and rsum are required for all applicants.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding the full project life cycle from inception through construction.
• In depth knowledge and comprehension of industry standard Project Management processes and procedures with experience in its practical application.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including the ability to mediate between parties with differing or contradictory opinions on achieving a resolution.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Able to effectively communicate technical concepts and issues to non-technical individuals.
• Ability to identify and resolve various design and construction issues.
• Self-motivated with the capacity to work independently and/or with limited supervision.
• Possesses excellent organizational skills.
• Adept in working with changing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Bluebeam Revu software.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Experience:

• Fifteen (15) or more years of direct project management experience in the design and/or construction of roadway, bridge, and/or pedestrian infrastructure directly for or on behalf of a governmental entity in the State of Texas.
• Ten (10) or more years of experience in the design and/or construction of municipal infrastructure including, but not limited to, roads, bridges, utility installation, drainage systems, land development, heavy civil construction, buildings, or any combination of the above.

Licensure:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) certification.
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the HCFCD's hydraulics and hydrology policies and standards, as well as permitting requirements for private development.
• Knowledge of traffic modelling procedures and traffic control standards, including the Texas MUTCD.
• Possess existing relationships with partner organizations both within and outside Harris County such as, but not limited to, the HCFCD, HCTRA, TxDOT, and cities and counties located within or adjacent to Precinct 4.
• Demonstrated success in mentoring and technical skill development of junior staff.

General Information
Position Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular | Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Hours may vary based on business needs, including attendance at public meetings and other industry events outside of normal working hours.
• Additional hours may be requested during emergency events, including providing coverage on a twelve (12) hour on-call shift basis.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• This job operates primarily in an indoor office setting, however field visits to active and non-active construction sites, as well as various public facilities, are to be expected on a periodic basis.
• This job requires regular travel within the limits of Harris County, either within personal or County owned vehicles.
• Potential physical demands of this role include sitting for extended periods, walking in an outdoor setting for a distance greater than one (1) mile on uneven surfaces, standing for extended periods of time at various community meetings and events, and driving a vehicle through varying traffic conditions for extended periods of time.
• During emergency situations, physical demands may also include the ability to work in inclement weather and lifting and/or moving objects up to twenty (20) pounds in weight.

What You Will Get in Return:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring "heart, hustle, and higher standards" to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.
Featured Benefits:

Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick-time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ;/strong>

If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or GED diploma
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02

If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?

• Civil Engineering
• Other Related Field
• Unrelated Field
• N/A; No Degree

03

Which of the following professional licensure/certification do you currently hold?(Select all that apply.)

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP)
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)
• None of the above.

04

Do you hold a Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the state of Texas?Please choose the option that best describes your situation:(Please be sure to include all related details in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.)

• Yes, I currently hold a valid Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the state of Texas.
• No, I do not currently hold a PE license in the state of Texas but have the ability to obtain the required licensure within six (6) months of hire.
• Not interested at this time.

05

Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in the design and/or construction of municipal infrastructure including, but not limited to, roads, bridges, utility installation, drainage systems, land development, heavy civil construction, buildings, or any combination of the above?(Note: To be eligible for consideration, relevant experience should be clearly outlined in the employment history section of your application.)

• Less than eight (8) years
• Eight (8) years or more but less than nine (9) years
• Nine (9) years or more but less than ten (10) years
• Ten (10) years or more
• I do not have this experience

06

Which of the following best describes your verifiable direct project management experience in the design and/or construction of roadway, bridge, and/or pedestrian infrastructure directly for or on behalf of a governmental entity in the State of Texas?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than thirteen (13) years
• Thirteen (13) years or more but less than fourteen (14) years
• Fourteen (14) years or more but less than fifteen (15) years
• Fifteen (15) years or more
• I do not have this experience

07

Which of the following do you have working knowledge of and/or experience with?(Select all that apply.)

• Knowledge of the HCFCD's hydraulics and hydrology policies and standards, as well as permitting requirements for private development.
• Knowledge of traffic modelling procedures and traffic control standards, including the Texas MUTCD.
• Demonstrated success in mentoring and technical skill development of junior staff.
• None of the above.

08

Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions:Advanced:A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Intermediate:A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons.Basic:A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it.Entry Level:A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the margins, insert or delete pages and use the built-in spellchecker and grammar check.

• Advanced
• Intermediate
• Basic
• Entry Level
• Not proficient

09

A one-page Cover Letter and Resume are required to be submitted along with your application. Failure to attach them may result in disqualification.

• Yes, I have included a copy of my cover letter and my current resume.
• No, I have not attached the required documentation.
• N/A (not applicable)

10

For this position, a valid Texas Driver's License is required. Please choose the option that best describes your situation:

• Yes, I currently hold a valid Texas Driver's License.
• Yes, I possess a valid Out-of-State Driver's License, but I am aware that I must acquire a valid Texas Driver's License before the start date.
• No, I do not currently have a driver's license, but I commit to obtaining one before the start date.
• No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license.

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