ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

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ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Houston Airport System Houston, Texas, United States

Job Description:

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications will be accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division/ Section: INFRASTRUCTURE - ASSET MANAGEMENT
Workdays & Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm

PURPOSE OF DIVISION
The Infrastructure Division manages the lifecycle of Houston Airport System’s major utility, transportation, and building systems, including central plants, airfield infrastructure, facilities, and automated people mover networks. The Division ensures operational reliability, energy efficiency, safety, and long-term sustainability of HAS assets through coordinated maintenance programs, contractor oversight, and data-driven asset management.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of this position is to provide field coordination, contractor oversight, and work order tracking for the Infrastructure Division’s Energy Services and Automated Transportation systems. The Assistant Project Manager supports the Energy-CUP Manager on all activities related to the Energy Services Contract with Texas A&M TEES and the Central Utility Plant (CUP) O&M contractor. The position also supports the Skyway-Subway (Automated People Mover Group Manager) by monitoring work orders for the Skyway O&M contractor and Subway O&M contractor, ensuring that preventive and corrective maintenance tasks are executed, inspected, and fully documented in EAMS. This role plays a critical part in work verification, operational readiness, and ensuring all contractors meet HAS standards for safety, performance, and documentation.

"Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date.”

The Assistant Project Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to: WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. There are occasional discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve occasional exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

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
No experience is required.

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

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.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

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.

Pay Grade 20

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.

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 (281-233-1043). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodations, call (281-233-1043). (TTY 7-1-1) 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 information provided.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM .

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:For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 1/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$30.89 - $34.71 Hourly
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