Construction Manager - Civil Engineer

Description

• Review and approve pay applications, change orders, schedules, and claims in accordance with public-sector policies and contract documents.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and funding sources; provide accurate reporting and forecasting to leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, right-of-way requirements, utility coordination, and regulatory approvals.
• Coordinate with agencies such as Harris County Flood Control District, Harris County, City of Houston, TxDOT, UPRR, and other local or regional authorities.
• Oversee contractor performance, construction inspection, and QA/QC programs to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and permits.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impacts to cost, schedule, safety, and public operations.
• Manage construction phases of public-sector civil infrastructure projects, including transportation, drainage, utilities, and flood control improvements.
• Administer construction contracts in accordance with public procurement requirements, agency standards, and governing regulations.
• Support project closeout activities, including final inspections, documentation, and acceptance.
• Lead construction progress meetings, coordinate interagency reviews, and respond to public inquiries or concerns related to construction activities.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing civil construction or public infrastructure projects.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
• Strong knowledge of public-sector civil engineering and construction practices, including drainage systems, utilities, roadway improvements, and flood control infrastructure.
• Strong familiarity with environmental permitting (e.g., USACE, TCEQ), OSHA safety standards, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Experience with federally or state-funded projects and associated compliance requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively coordinate with agencies, elected officials, consultants, contractors, and the public.
• Working knowledge of construction law fundamentals, contract administration, and public procurement processes.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Texas.
• Proven experience managing construction budgets, schedules, contracts, and QA/QC processes across all phases of project delivery.
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects for local, county, or state agencies, including Harris County Flood Control District, City of Houston, TxDOT, UPRR, or similar jurisdictions.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a closely related field.

Benefits

• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 4 ½ Day Work Week
• Retirement Plan 401k with Quiddity matching
• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• Competitive Compensation
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Family Leave
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance