PROJECT MANAGER (Operational Planning and Readiness)

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PROJECT MANAGER (Operational Planning and Readiness)

Description

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

Closing Date/Time: 1/27/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$69,498.00 - $92,733.16 Annually