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.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields. If education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.

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APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Manager I-VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Manager I-VII

Navy

111x, 112X 113X 114X, 611X, 612X, 621X, 631X, 632X, 641X, 648X

Manager I-VII

Coast Guard

SEI15

Manager I-VII

Marine Corps

0203, 0207, 0302, 0520, 0602, 0802, 1802, 6502, 7202, 7208, 7210, 7220

Manager I-VII

Air Force

8U000, 9G100, 16GX, 41AX, 86M0, 86P0

*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

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE: If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must complete the Military Employment Preference Survey and attach this form and required documentation referenced on this form 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:

1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.

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

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

4. 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.

5. 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.

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, telework, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

HIRING CONTACT: Charles Blue Jr., (512) 627-4337

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744



GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Infrastructure Field Operations Branch Manager (FOBM), the Program Manager performs complex program administration, project management, consultation, conflict resolution and technical assistance for the Job Order Contracting (JOC) Program and Minor Repair/Minor Construction (MRMC) Construction Management for Building Construction, which services all TPWD Division facility locations.

The Program Manager monitors and provides guidance to the JOC Program and MR/MC Project teams comprised of General Contractors, Design Professionals, Contract Managers, Cost Accountants, and internal and/or 3 rd Party Inspectors in an effort to achieve Agency and Division goals focused on the maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation of existing capital infrastructure to support both short-term and long-term strategies.

Assigns and supervises the work of JOC Project Managers, MR/MC Construction Managers and the construction inspection dispatcher. Performs multiple roles in managing the JOC Program and MR/MC Projects; and on occasion directly manages special projects. Responsible for managing multiple biennial programs, monitoring their priorities, resource capabilities, validation of project schedules and budgets, oversees project execution from the project scoping process through the close out process.

Directly supports the FOBM with the integration and consistent project management methodologies for the purpose of continuously reviewing, updating, and optimizing the Program portfolio(s) to ensure compliance with changing organizational strategies, budgets, goals and objectives. Directly responsible for the Program portfolio(s) and supporting the Infrastructure Division role in meeting Agency goals. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations, and p rocedures.


Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in construction science, Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or closely related field.

Experience:

Two years of progressively responsible experience in Job Order Contracting;

Seven years of progressively responsible experience in construction or design project management, project superintendence, or as an Architect/Engineer of real property in construction and/or maintenance programs focused on commercial building maintenance and repairs, commercial building construction, major building systems construction, design-build construction or other types of capital repair or construction programs;

Experience in coordinating construction project requirements and criteria with licensed Architects and/or Engineers to obtain the necessary construction drawings and specifications packages for work included in projects;

Experience in administrative processes, project scope development, project budgeting, project scheduling, work item quantity calculations, construction cost estimating, quality control planning and management, team building and organizational development;

Experience coordinating project activities with other state agencies, governmental jurisdictions, or private sector partners and contractors;

Experience in developing criteria for evaluating project design and construction proposals, vendor quality and production performance, change requests, business decision making, and various other project related evaluations;

Experience in project risk identification, mitigation and management;

Two years of supervisory experience.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Texas class "C" driver's license within 30 days of employment;

Currently hold a Certified Job Order Contracting Professional (CJP) certification issue by the Center for JOC Excellence or be able to receive certification within three (3) years of hire date.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Education:

One additional year of progressively responsible experience in construction or design project management, project superintendence, or as an Architect/Engineer of real property in construction and/or maintenance programs focused on commercial building maintenance and repairs, commercial building construction, major building systems construction, design-build construction or other types of capital repair or construction programs 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 Construction Science, Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture or related field may substitute for two years of the required experience in construction or design project management, project superintendence, or as an Architect/Engineer of real property in construction and/or maintenance programs focused on commercial building maintenance and repairs, commercial building construction, major building systems construction, design-build construction or other types of capital repair or construction programs.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctorate degree in Construction Science, Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture or related field may substitute for four years of the required experience in construction or design project management, project superintendence, or as an Architect/Engineer of real property in construction and/or maintenance programs focused on commercial building maintenance and repairs, commercial building construction, major building systems construction, design-build construction or other types of capital repair or construction programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

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

Experience:

Five years of responsible experience in the Job Order Contracting (JOC) industry;

Ten years of progressively responsible experience in construction or design project management, project superintendence, or Architect/Engineer of real property in construction and/or maintenance programs focused on commercial building maintenance and repairs, commercial building construction, major building systems construction, design-build construction or other types of large-scale capital repair or construction programs;

Experience in managing project design development and oversight of Architecture and/or Engineering contracts for construction project design services;

Experience in the management of construction inspection forces, quality control programs, or quality assurance oversight;

Experience in the use of R.S. Means unit price books for JOC line-item cost estimating;

Experience in addressing and documenting contractor RFI's and submittals;

Five years of supervisory experience;

Experience in public speaking and presentation.

Licensure:

A current and active License in Architecture, Engineering or Landscape Architecture.

Architect License in the State of Texas, as issued by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE) OR be able to reactivate within three (3) months of hire date, OR possess a current and active Architect License in another state and be able to receive a license in Texas by reciprocal transfer within six (6) months of hire date, or;

Engineering License in the State of Texas, as issued by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS) OR be able to reactivate within three (3) months of hire date, OR possess a current and active Architect License in another state and be able to receive a license in Texas by reciprocal transfer within six (6) months of hire date, or;

Landscape Architect in the State of Texas, as issued by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE) OR be able to reactivate within three (3) months of hire date, OR possess a current and active Architect License in another state and be able to receive a license in Texas by reciprocal transfer within six (6) months of hire date.

Current Certified Job Order Contracting Professional (CJP) certification issue by the Center for JOC Excellence;

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Project Management theories and practices applicable to a broad range of building project scopes;

Knowledge of operational requirements needed for the design and construction of a wide variety of facilities;

Knowledge of building systems;

Knowledge of procedures used to evaluate a contractor's or designer's performance;

Knowledge of building codes and local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of a building project (International Building Code; Americans with Disabilities Act; NFPA 101 - Life Safety; OSHA);

Knowledge of Project Management processes, tools, and techniques;

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

Knowledge of construction cost estimating, especially line-item unit pricing for JOC projects;

Knowledge of building project activities and resource scheduling;

Knowledge of Construction quality control and quality assurance planning, execution and management;

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

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

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

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

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

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Project;

Skill in using RS Means Online Cost Estimating for construction projects;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in project management monitoring;

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

Skill in using critical path management scheduling software and schedule analysis techniques;

Skill in meeting deadlines;

Skill in estimating project design costs;

Skill in negotiating comprehensive scopes and budgets using various methods;

Skill in negotiating Design and Construction contracts;

Skill in reviewing construction specifications and construction documents;

Skill in coordinating construction inspection and sampling/testing schedules for projects;

Skill in managing programs;

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;

Skill in making independent, sound, and timely decisions;

Skill in addressing changes in scope or schedule;

Skill in directing project resources to achieve the timely delivery of project deliverables;

Ability to exercise sound judgement in making critical decisions.

Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to identified and address issues;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;

Ability to prepare reports and charts;

Ability to communicate effectively;

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

Ability to build, motivate, and sustain effective teams;

Ability to work independently with little supervision;

Ability to influence outcomes and persuade others;

Ability to effectively conduct public meetings and make presentations to large groups;

Ability to persuade or 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 enforce project specifications and building codes;

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

Ability to establish program goals and objectives;

Ability to identify program risks and gaps;

Ability to accept and manage change;

Ability to plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others;

Ability to train others;

Ability to perform policy, program, and fiscal analysis;

Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 30 lbs.;

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

WORKING CONDITIONS:

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

Required to adjust to changing schedules and work overtime as necessary;

Required to periodically perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;

Required to safely operate a state vehicle;

Required to travel 30% with possible overnight stays;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


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