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Projects Execution Manager

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porthouston logoPorthouston · Houston, TX
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Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization committed to excellence. Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment. Joining our team means embarking on a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and impact. Before submitting your application, please ensure your resume is ready for upload in either .doc or .pdf format. Application must be completed in full. Position Summary: Leads a group of consultants and contractors in defining, scoping and executing capital projects and programs to develop and sustain Port Infrastructure. Assigns project responsibilities and holds respective parties and self-accountable for successful completion. Self manages assigned projects, and oversee consultants and contractors associated with all phases of a project including conceptual definition; engineering design; project scope, specifications, and cost estimates; procurement packages; and construction, commissioning and handover of assets. Directs and coordinates the work of consultants, vendors, and contractors engaged in civil, structural, electrical, marine engineering, telecommunications, security, architecture, and other aspects of the work as required. Reviews designs, drawings, specifications, estimates, and reports necessary for the preparation of construction documents. Works with assigned PM's, Construction Management (CM) staff, and other stakeholders to successfully execute the entire project development process, from initial scoping through to completion and hand-over to operations. Key Responsibilities/Duties: Manage and execute assigned projects from the development and planning to construction completion, commissioning, and start up; identify project requirements, analyze critical paths, and constraints, and develop detailed project scope, budget, and schedule Facilitates communication and negotiation with executive leadership and other stakeholders, including regular reports and progress reviews Negotiates scope of work and contracts with vendors to ensure fair and equitable outcomes in alignment with Port Houston policies Perform project management activities on all assigned projects Oversee project planning, including development of scope of work to meet the needs of the project owner that is compliant with the Texas Water Code and the Texas Professional Engineering Practices for public entities. Elements of these requirements include safety, security, and environmental regulations, budgeting, execution, delivery, scheduling, construction, and startup/commissioning associated with specific engineering disciplines Implement and manage assigned projects from inception to construction completion, close out, commissioning and start up; utilize project management best management practices by assisting with project requirements, analyze critical paths, risks, and constraints and develop detailed project scope, budget, and schedule that address the business need. Be subject matter expert (SME) Construction Management., Use Port Houston project management systems and best practices, recommend improvements and efficiencies and assist in developing improved processes Provide oversight of designers (both staff and consultant) and contractors to assure completed project meets scope and cost requirements Review work of project team members for technical adequacy and completeness Coordinate and communicate with others within or outside Port Houston for the assigned work Make presentations to stakeholders to convey goals and objectives, technical direction and general status of projects Prepare technical documentation and final reports covering various aspects of projects and ensure that an accurate and comprehensive package is advertised for procurement Evaluate and negotiate proposals from consultants and contractors Conduct site visits of damaged or aging infrastructure assets, understand the condition assessment, and lead in the development of repair options Prepare Requests for Commission Action and associated documents Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you) Perform other duties as required Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline (Civil, Structural, Marine, Electrical, , etc.), Construction Management, or Architecture or related major in a public or accredited private academic institution required Master's degree preferred 7+ years of related professional project management experience required Texas Professional Engineer License required or an equivalent of 15+ years of engineering and/or project management experience Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors: Knowledge of project planning and management Strong decision-making, pr


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