TWDB Engineering Reviewer Project Manager III

Job Description

Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account  in the CAPPS online application system  Please visit our job opportunities page  for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system.

Texas Water Development Board’s Mission – Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

Texas Water Development Board offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities.

Must meet agency in-office requirements.

• Project Manager I: $4,700.00/monthly – $5,250.00/monthly
• Project Manager II: $5,251.00/monthly – $5,788.50/monthly

Performs routine (journey-level) to moderately complex (journey-level) project management work. Work involves technical analysis and evaluation of engineering reports, facility plans, construction plans and specifications, schedules, budgets, contracts, change orders, and other required project and program documents. Ensures that TWDB-funded projects comply with engineering and construction-related requirements, Board rules, and state and federal regulations. Assists in guiding political subdivisions and other eligible entities through the various programmatic requirements to help ensure the success of TWDB-funded water, wastewater, stormwater, and flood projects.

Represents the agency at meetings and engagements with stakeholders. May train others. Works under moderate to general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to a Team Manager within the Regional Water Project Development (RWPD) Division.

• Reviews applications for financial assistance and advises applicants on TWDB requirements according to the different funding programs.
• Assists in developing relevant engineering information needed for Board consideration of the funding request and makes recommendations on the feasibility of the proposed project/application.
• Coordinates with various federal and state agencies regarding projects and programs.
• Performs technical review and evaluation of engineering related financial assistance documents based upon established guidelines providing relevant deficiencies, options, and recommendations to ensure compliance with TWDB rules and regulations.
• Monitors project schedules, budgets, and invoice costs and/or released costs to identify potential issues or delays.
• Performs routine contract management duties for all assigned TWDB contracts, such as review of contract requirements, terms, and conditions.
• Reviews and approves payment requests and their eligibility, and monitors contract schedules.
• May conduct on site observations to monitor the progress of the construction of water and wastewater treatment systems for compliance with TWDB rules and specifications.
• Assists owners with problem resolution.
• Identifies and participates in internal and external job-related contract management trainings.
• Manages various aspects of projects, recommends course of action to reduce delays, and documents project files on significant actions.
• Provides information and assistance to appropriate TWDB staff and clients.
• Maintains current information in TWDB’s projects database (TxWISE).
• Remains informed of changes to pertinent laws, regulations, guidelines, policies, and instructions and correctly applies them to assigned projects.
• Assists with maintaining master hard copies and electronic copies of TWDB personnel…