Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
Texas P.E. License or transferrable within 2 months
5-10 years of public infrastructure experience
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil3D or MicroStation
Experience in project management and plan production
Ability to manage clients and lead technical teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
Manage design and execution of municipal infrastructure projects
Oversee design and plan production processes
Supervise technical staff and manage client relations
Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers
Collaborate with local entities on project development
Benefits
Medical, dental, prescription, and life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Paid time off and company holidays
401(k) plans with traditional and Roth options
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
529 College Savings Plan
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Plan
Full Job Description
Project Manager, Public Works & Local Infrastructure, Houston, TX
Halff has an opening for a Civil Engineer, with their Texas PE License, to be a Project Manager on our growing Public Works & Local Infrastructure team based out of our Houston, TX office. The ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years of public works & local infrastructure design experience in the consulting industry or experience working with, or for, public sector clients. Municipal roadway, drainage, and pedestrian facility design experience required. The position offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.
What you will do:
This role will be responsible for managing and overseeing the design and construction of infrastructure projects, including: municipal roadways, trails, and drainage improvements.
Manage projects from planning through delivery, collaborating with project members, multi-practice teams, subconsultants and other stakeholders to make sure deliverables, requirements, schedules, costs and meeting plans are communicated.
This position requires strong design experience and prefers project management experience and knowledge of working with local entities.
Assist in development and management of project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
Support in preparation of proposals and RFQs.
Manage quality assurance and control analysis to ensure projects meet or exceed client expectations and Halff requirements and comply with recognized standards and codes of practice.
Apply technical expertise appropriately by understanding project specific standards, criteria, deliverables and best practices.
Monitor project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and identify opportunities to optimize project efficiency and profitability.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage design and plan production.
Manage clients and supervise technical staff.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers, EITs, and technical staff, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within project team.
What you will need:
Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or ABET accredited equivalent engineering degree
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License in Texas
At least 5 to 10 years of experience in public works & local infrastructure, municipal roadway, drainage, and pedestrian facility design projects
Strong experience working with AutoCAD Civil3D (preferred) or MicroStation
Experience managing design and plan production
Ability to manage clients and supervise technical staff
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Previous experience working with public sector clients and business development communications is a plus
Experience in project scope development, professional services fee development and staffing projects is a plus
Strong ability to work in a team environment including multiple disciplines
A positive attitude, be self-directed yet a team player, and have a focus on quality, integrity and success
The Halff Public Works & Local Infrastructure Advantage
Diverse and interdisciplinary teams can manage projects from inception through completion
Halff's Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) experts ensure projects are designed in a manner sensitive to the environment and its context, without cost increases
Our QA/QC Program is designed to achieve high-quality deliverables
Learn more about Halff's Public Works & Local Infrastructure services, check out some of our projects, and meet our team
Halff Public Works & Local Infrastructure Services
Public Infrastructure
Transportation/Roadway
Water and Wastewater Drainage
Water Resources
Facilities
Parks and Trails
Construction Management and Inspection
Asset Management
Traffic and ITS
SUE/Survey
We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to:
Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
529 College Savings Plan
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Plan
Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
