Planning Project Manager

Position Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

• Manage projects and consultants in successful completion of planning projects conducted in Harris County Engineering Department including Harris County Transportation Plan, safety studies, multimodal transportation plans, resiliency plans, parks master plans, infrastructure needs assessments, neighborhood plans, impact studies of construction projects, performance measurement, etc.

• Research and lead development of planning tools and datasets related to transportation planning, infrastructure needs assessments, and performance measurement related to Engineering Department.

• Manage relationships with key stakeholders and conduct or participate in public engagement activities.

• Prepare planning information and effectively communicate that information to external and internal audiences orally, in writing, and in presentations.

• Work collaboratively with team, department, and county staff.

JOB DUTIES:

• Lead planning projects that improve mobility, safety, multimodal connections, quality of life, parks and recreational amenities, infrastructure, and resiliency in Harris County.

• Development of project scopes of work

• Work with project teams including internal and/or external team members.

• Data analysis using tools such as excel, ArcGIS, and other programs.

• Development and/or review of report content and project recommendations.

• Assist and coordinate on stakeholder and public involvement.

• Development and management of project budget and timeline.

• Work with consultant teams in implementation of planning projects.

• Other duties as assigned, including special tasks involved in conducting planning and infrastructure needs assessments.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in planning, Civil Engineering or an applicable academic discipline or related field of study.

Experience:

• Seven (7) years of county, city, regional planning experience.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Experience in development of county, city, corridor, transportation plans, multimodal and access management plans, congestion management, safety, parks, resiliency, or bicycle-pedestrian plans.

• Experience in project management contracts for transportation planning studies.

• Experience with ArcGIS.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

NOTE:Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentationbutONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume"will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Education:

• Master's degree in planning, Civil Engineering or an applicable academic discipline or related field of study.

Experience:

• Over Ten (10+) years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, school or in job related duties.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Thorough knowledge of transportation planning, transportation and land use planning, policies, regulations, and best practices.

• Experience with stakeholder and public engagement.

• Experience in presentations to committees.

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification preferred.

General Information

Location:

• 1111 Fannin, Houston, TX 77002.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular Full-Time.

• Monday - Friday.

• Eight (8) hours per day within normal core office hours with additional hours as required.

• Must be available for on-call assignments 24/7 and early morning, weekend, and holidays, as required.

• Responsible for Emergency Response operations to support Harris County in times of disasters in whatever.

• Capacity is needed.

Salary:

• Depends on Qualifications.

• Based on 26 Pay Periods.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.