Salary: $3,390.31 - $4,108.00 Biweekly
Location : Houston, Texas
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 39461
Department: Houston Public Works
Division: HW-Wastewater Operations (WWO)
Opening Date: 09/11/2026
Closing Date: 9/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Service Line/Section: Houston Water / Wastewater Operations Reporting Location: 4545 Groveway Dr, Houston, TX 77087, USAWorkdays & Hours: Monday - Friday. 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM**Subject to changeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supervises and directs technical personnel to develop and negotiate construction management and supplemental engineering service contracts. Coordinates and manages activities to provide compliance oversight and regulatory support to the utility and/or to identify, evaluate, manage, maintain, and rehabilitate sanitary sewers, force mains,
and accessories. Total Quality Management of managing specialized work orders, contracts for point repairs, reactive maintenance, and new front easement reconnections. Address sanitary sewer overflows and increased maintenance repairs of sanitary sewers. Facilitates expansion of the current maintenance of the sanitary sewer. Responsible for the effectiveness of the reactive maintenance in reducing the SSOs due to structure failures in the sanitary sewers currently under this systematic program. Provides technical analysis and information to develop solutions to improve effectiveness and efficiency of analysis for repair/rehabilitation of the wastewater collection system. Performs on-site project inspections, investigations, and discussions with contractors and evaluates manufacturer's information to determine solutions for challenging sanitary problems in a timely fashion. Evaluates proposals and makes recommendations for projects and manages demonstration and/or pilot studies. Reviews proposed improvements to wastewater collection system and provides comments. Reviews bid documents, recommends vendor selection for contract awards, and manages contracts. Prepares and reviews contract addendums, reports, plans, projects, and design standards. Establishes goals, develops and evaluates performance of personnel, contractors and projects. Responds to inquiries by departments, consultants, agencies, and the public. Attend meetings and conferences as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS
There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.
This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier II Level.
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
Six (6) years of experience in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geo-technical, environmental or a closely related field are required.

Substitutions: A Master's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the above experience requirement.

Directly related professional architectural, construction or landscape design experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
None
PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates that possess a scientific, construction, and environmental analysis background. Has a current and valid driver's license.

**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: None
However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

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.

Pay Grade 28

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or please call 832.393.6737.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 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, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

Please select the best scenario below that describes your level of education:

• Less than a High School diploma/ GED
• High School diploma/ GED
• Associate's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field
• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field
• Master's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Project Management or a closely related field

02

How many years of experience do you have in wastewater, sanitary sewer, or utility maintenance operations?

• 0-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 6-8 years
• 8-10 years
• 10 years or more

03

How many years of experience do you have in in construction, construction inspection, design, landscape design, geo-technical, environmental or a closely related field?

• Less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 6 years
• 6 years but less than 8 years
• 8 years but less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

04

How familiar are you with interpreting engineering drawings, as-builts, maps, and utility system layouts?

• No experience
• Basic familiarity; require supervision.
• Moderate proficiency; can work independently.
• Advanced proficiency; routinely resolve field conflicts

05

Have you worked on City Projects in the past and worked on CIPMS software for project management?

• Yes
• No

06

Which option best describes your experience with contractor oversight in the field?

• No experience
• Observational only
• Regular oversight of maintenance contractors
• Full responsibility for contractor compliance and performance

07

How experienced are you with conducting field investigations or assessing site conditions?

• No experience
• Limited experience under supervision
• Perform investigations independently
• Lead investigations and resolve issues with minimal guidance

08

How comfortable are you responding to customer or regulatory inquiries related to system conditions or maintenance issues?

• Not comfortable
• Comfortable with supervision
• Comfortable independently
• Confident handling complex or sensitive inquiries

09

Do you have a valid/current Texas driver's license?

• Yes, my license is valid and current
• No, my license is expired

10

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

Required Question