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The City of Houston SENIOR IT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER in Houston, Texas
SENIOR IT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
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SENIOR IT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Salary
$86,164.00 - $115,000.00 Annually
Location
611 Walker Street
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
35484
Department
Houston Information Technology Services
Division
HITS - ENTERPRISE INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES (EIS)
Opening Date
11/01/2024
Closing Date
11/30/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
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POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: SENIOR IT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Posting Number: 35484
Department: Houston Information IT Services
Division: Enterprise Infrastructure Services
Reporting Location:611 Walker Street, Houston, TX 77002
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change
The Houston Information IT Services (HITS) Department provides enterprise IT services for the City of Houston. These services include voice and network, cyber-security, email and communication platforms and shared enterprise applications that are used by all City employees.
The Senior IT Construction Project Manager position is responsible for coordinating and overseeing IT related construction activities to ensure the design and installation of IT spaces, pathway, cabling and equipment are in compliance with City’s Facility IT Standard.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversee IT construction projects from initial planning to design and construction completion to ensure compliance with City’s IT Standard and to minimize change order during construction.
Coordinate with facility planning parties to ensure all the IT systems required are included in the project budget for the engineering design service and construction.
Perform Quality Control review of the following for compliance with City IT Standard:
Milestone deliverables of IT system design drawings and specifications from Architect & Engineer team.
Milestone deliverables of Architectural and MEP (Mechanical Electrical Plumbing) design documents to ensure that power supply, cooling, fire protection, lighting, etc. for IT Rooms and IT Rooms’ size, location and finish all meet City’s IT Standard.
IT system bid documents to ensure proposed scope of work and vendor’s qualification meet the project requirements and City’s IT Standard.
IT system Product and Shop drawing submittals.
Installation inspection of IT system during construction.
Closeout documents for final acceptance of IT construction project
Act as the primary point of contact for HITS to coordinate IT related construction activities (budget, design, procurement, installation and commissioning of IT equipment and services) with other City departments (GSD, HPW, etc.), Architect/Engineer team, Construction team, and HITS’ internal teams.
Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms with project team and business stakeholders.
Identify, track, and manage risks/issues/decisions on IT related construction activities, and report to HITS management on progress of complex and high visibility projects.
Develop and update the IT Standard and the following design guideline specification sections as needed:
Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems
Interior Pathways for Communications Systems
Exterior Pathways for Communications Systems
Identification for Communications Systems
Communications Equipment Room Fittings
Communications Backbone Cabling
Communications Horizontal Cabling
Data Communication Network Equipment
Cellular Distributed Antenna System (DAS)
Emergency Responder Radio Coverage System
Public Announcement System (PA)
Public Safety Radio and Station Alert System
Community Antenna TV Distribution System
Integrated Audio-Video System
Digital Signage and Room Scheduling System
Good knowledge of fiber and Unshielded Twist Pair structured cabling system, CATV, Audio and Video Conferencing and Presentation System, Public Announcement (PA), Video Surveillance and Access Control, Cellular DAS, Emergency Responder Radio Coverage, Wi-Fi, LAN, VoIP, POTS
*You must be eligible to validate contract work experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Technology Project Management, Management and Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science or a closely related field.
Greater than ten (10) years of directly applicable experience may be considered for substitution of degree requirement.
May require extensive knowledge on specific technologies or business functions.
EXPERIENCE
At least ten (10) years of technology experience demonstrating formal IT project management competencies. PMI PMP certification may be substituted for up to two (2) years of professional experience
At least five (5) years of work experience in performing engineering design of building IT and Communications system
Greater than ten (10) years of IT and Communications system installation and project management experience may be considered for substitution of the engineering design experience requirement, if the candidate can demonstrate the ability to read and understand Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing engineering drawings and specifications.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATION
Current RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) holder
LICENSE
None
PREFERENCES
*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. *
Preferences shall be given to those with the following:
- IT and Communications system engineering design experience in an engineering or Technology consulting firm
PREFERRED SKILLS
MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Bluebeam.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION – NO
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: 30
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-0450.
If you need special services or accommodation, call (832) 393-0450. (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, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of the information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness
Supplemental Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Retirement pension
457 deferred compensation plan
Employee Assistance Program
10 days of vacation each year
11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
Compensable Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Flexible schedules
Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
Professional development opportunities
Transportation/parking plan
Section 125 pretax deductions
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
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
02
What best describes your highest level of education?
High School Diploma or GED
Associate degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or above
None of the above
03
Which are of concentration did you obtain your degree?
Computer Science
Management and Information Systems (MIS)
Information Technology
Electrical
Business Administration
My degree concentration is not listed.
have no degree.
04
Which best describes your years of experience demonstrating formal IT Construction project management competencies?
Less than 8 years of experience
8 years, but less than 10 years of experience
10 years, but less than 12 years of experience
12 years, but less than 14 years of experience
14 years, but less than 17 years of experience
17 years, but less than 20 years of experience
20 or more years of experience
I have no experience.
05
Do you have a current, valid RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) certification?
Yes
No
06
Do you have a current, valid PMI or equivalent project management certification?
Yes
No
07
Which of the following best describes your experience with IT Construction Projects in design experience Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing engineering drawings and specifications?
Less than 5 years of experience
5 years of experience
6 years of experience
7 years of experience
8 years of experience
9 years of experience
10 or more years of experience
I have no specialized experience
08
How many verifiable years of your experience with Cellular Distributed Antenna System (DAS), Community Antenna TV Distribution System, Fiber and Unshielded Twist Pair structured cabling system?
Less than 5 years of experience
5 years of experience
6 years of experience
7 years of experience
8 years of experience
9 years of experience
10 or more years of experience
I have no specialized experience
09
Do you have experience with Emergency Responder Radio Coverage, Wi-Fi, LAN, VoIP, POTS, Audio and Video Conferencing and Presentation Systems?
Yes
No
10
Do you have experience in Communications Systems for Interior & exterior pathways, Equipment Room Fittings, Backbone & Horizontal cabling etc.?
Yes
No
11
Please explain your knowledge of fiber and Unshielded Twist Pair structured cabling system, CATV, Audio and Video Conferencing and Presentation System, Public Announcement (PA), Video Surveillance and Access Control, Cellular DAS, Emergency Responder Radio Coverage, WiFi, LAN, VoIP, POTS. (Please note, "see resume" IS NOT acceptable and will delay your application process).
12
If you have a contract work history, then please provide the paying contractor company you have worked for and the jobsite your serviced. (If no contract works then put N/A)
13
Please provide a list of all valid certifications you currently hold and their validity date(s). (Please note, "see resume" IS NOT acceptable and will delay your application process).
Required Question