TPWD - Project Manager III (Infrastructure - West Texas Region)

Job Description:

TPWD - Project Manager III (Infrastructure - West Texas Region)

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Job Description

TPWD MISSION

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

HIRING CONTACT: Charles Blue, (512) 627-4337, Email: [email protected]

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Region 1 -Multiple possible duty locations within area of responsibility.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the direction of the Regional Program Manager, this position performs complex (journey-level) project management work and is responsible for complex project management work for Capital Construction projects. Responsible for reviewing and approving construction schedules, budgets, payment applications, contract documents, vendor compliance, safety, statutory and monitoring for compliance with Division goals, policies, and procedures. Coordinates work and communicates with other branches within the Division to monitor scope, budget, schedule, owner installed items, outside consultant / construction contracts and project close- out. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of innovative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, or closely related field.

Experience :

Experience in administrative processes, budgeting, scheduling, cost estimating, total quality management, team building and/or organizational development.

Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects within constraints of scope, schedule, and budget.

Five years of verifiable experience in construction project management of real property, land development, building renovation, water or wastewater or road construction projects.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure :

Applicant must possess a Texas driver's license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Education :

One additional year of progressively responsible experience in construction project management of real property, land development, building renovation, water or wastewater or road construction projects may substitute for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

Experience :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Science or related field may substitute for two years of the required experience in construction project management of real property, land development, building renovation, water or wastewater or road construction projects.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctorate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Science, or related field may substitute for four years of the required experience in construction project management of real property, land development, building renovation, water or wastewater or road construction projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience :

Experience using Project Management software.

Experience in public speaking and conducting presentations.

Two years' experience scheduling projects using Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software.

Licensure :

Licensed Architect, Engineer or Landscape Architect.

Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification issued by the Project Management Institute.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of Project Management systems, techniques, and processes. (Project Management Institute or similar).

Knowledge of Sustainable Building Methods and Systems.

Knowledge of outdoor resource-based recreational facilities and supporting infrastructure requirements.

Knowledge of building codes (International Building Code, Americans with Disabilities Act, NFPA 101 - Life Safety, OSHA).

Knowledge of Building Owners and Managers Association methods and practices for governmental and commercial buildings.

Knowledge of engineering and/or architectural design principles, site planning, practices, methods, systems and processes.

Knowledge of alternative energy technologies, Sustainable Design, and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) principles.

Knowledge of the construction process, construction management techniques, proper construction contract documentation, and building operations.

Knowledge of applicable codes and standards.

Knowledge of professional consultant selection and various construction procurement methods used by governmental agencies under state law.

Knowledge of construction estimating and appropriate levels of estimating as it applies to origination, planning, and bid costs for capital projects.

Knowledge of project activity and resource scheduling.

Knowledge of Risk Management.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint and Project.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

Skill in using scheduling software and techniques.

Skill in estimating construction costs for design work.

Skill in reviewing and monitoring the design work of others.

Skill in negotiating comprehensive scopes and budgets using various methods and operational requirements needed for the design and construction of a wide variety of facilities.

Skill in negotiating Materials Testing and Construction contracts.

Skill in reviewing construction specifications and construction documents.

Skill in directing the timely delivery of project deliverables.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.

Skill in meeting deadlines.

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.

Skill in strategic leadership.

Skill in problem solving, analytical skills.

Skill in following procedures.

Ability to guide outcomes and encourage others.

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.

Ability to organize complex information into understandable concepts.

Ability to convert concepts into physical designs.

Ability to effectively conduct public meetings.

Ability to make compelling presentations to large groups.

Ability to perform policy, program, and fiscal analysis.

Ability to motivate external contractors, sub-contractors or internal division and department colleagues to adopt action conforming to specific goals in response to project objective.

Ability to make decisions involving major impacts on project cost and time.

Ability to build, motivate, and sustain effective teams.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to manage the available resources.

Ability to get the grand perspective in the project, and in any problem during the project, capacity of abstraction, critical thinking.

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Required to operate a State vehicle.

Required to travel 50% with possible overnight stays.

Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:

• Job title,
• Employer name,
• Dates of employment (month/year),
• If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and
• Description of duties performed.
  NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.

IMPORTANT:

• College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting).
• 'N/A' may be entered in fields that are not applicable.
• Omission of required information may result in disqualification.

Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:

• WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.
• To complete these questions, log in to CAPPS Candidate Gateway .
• If you need assistance creating a résumé, please refer to the 'Create a Résumé' link for Job Seekers on the Work In Texas website .

If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted . If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/ .

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:

Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).

Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders.

Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.

*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Closing Date/Time: 2026-07-23

Salary:

$6512.50 - 7500.00 Monthly