Business Manager

Salary: $77,910.30 - $116,865.58 Annually
Location : 6798 CULEBRA RD SAN ANTONIO, TX 78228, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 10/07/2026
Closing Date: 11/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary
Under general direction, manages business analysis projects and activities between various divisions, departments and/or public agencies. Oversees project coordination, documentation, and stakeholder communication. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location
West Service Center - 6798 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX 78228

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions

• Develops, manages, and oversees business projects.
• Utilizes a Pavement Management System to analyze pavement condition index (PCI) data to identify and prioritize the most cost-effective and high-impact street segments for maintenance projects.
• Oversees and coordinates complex, multi-agency projects while serving as the primary liaison between internal divisions and external partners (e.g., CPS Gas, SAWS, Google) and representing the department at meetings, conferences, and public events.
• Cross-references potential projects with other divisions to prevent conflicts and ensure efficiency.
• Facilitates seamless cross-functional coordination throughout the street maintenance project lifecycle.
• Identifies and implements strategic management solutions to address IMP development challenges.
• Informs management of project impediments, delays, and quality control issues, and recommends solutions.
• Attends critical pre-construction and pre-bid conferences, as well as other required construction meetings and performs site inspections to assess construction project progress.
• Assists with budget planning, preparation, and monitoring and supports annual contract procurement planning and execution.
• Maintains and updates project tracking systems (IMP WEB map, Access Database, etc.) and generates comprehensive status reports.
• Conducts thorough research and analyzes information from diverse sources; prepares specialized reports for executive leadership.
• Generates official reports, correspondence, and City Council agenda items including RFCAs for executive offices and responds to project information inquiries from City Management, City Council, media, and the public.
• Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years' experience of business or project analysis, implementation or coordination
• One (1) year of supervisory or lead experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Pavement Management Systems and PCI analysis.
• Strong skills in data analysis, reporting, and use of tracking tools.
• Background in strategic planning, performance management, and cross functional coordination.
• Knowledge of municipal budgeting, procurement processes, and contract planning.
• Experience managing complex, multi-agency projects involving utilities, public agencies, and private partners.
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with construction project workflows, documentation standards, and pre-construction processes.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of management study principles, project management methods, and data analysis
• Knowledge of computer software and hardware applications
• Knowledge of budget and accounting principles
• Knowledge of general statistical and quantitative methods
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
• Ability to analyze and recommend solutions to management and organizational problems
• Ability to assist in the preparation of budgets and accounting systems
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic computer equipment
• Ability to develop and implement innovations towards improving the department's operations and delivery of services
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to supervise, evaluate, and monitor performance in accordance with City policies and procedures
• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate new programs
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations
• Ability to work primarily in an office environment

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.