SENIOR IT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4715707) Apply  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 12/04/2024 Closing Date 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions 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