Project Manager - Traffic Design

Salary : $0.00 Annually Location : Houston, TX Job Type: Regular Full-time Job Number: 16376 Department: Engineering Department Opening Date: 03/03/2026 Closing Date: 3/24/2026 11:59 PM Central Position Description Position Overview: This position is in the Traffic Design group as a member of a team of engineers, engineers-in-training, and project managers. The primary role of the Project Manager is to lead the project delivery in achieving project goals and objectives through managing resources, identifying and mitigating risk, and facilitating project solutions. Job Duties:Develop scopes of work, schedules, and cost estimates for projects. Facilitate and negotiate consultant procurement and manage internal and external resources to develop the project delivery team, scope, schedule, and budget. Coordinate efforts with the project delivery team to prepare the final deliverables in the form of engineer reports and/or constructible plan sets and specifications. Review, QA/QC, sign and seal plans and professional documents with professional expertise on projects as needed to support client requirements. Ensure deliverables meet client's preference, Engineer Department's standards, regulatory compliance, and permitting requirements. Evaluate and perform risk management to achieve project scope, schedule, and budget expectations. Coordinate and communicate effectively with management, Harris County elected officials and representatives, external agencies, and with the public as necessary. Assist with recovery efforts following local disasters to ensure Harris County has safe infrastructure following the event. Ability to adapt when emergency or short turnaround projects arise. Strong communication skills. Perform other duties as assigned. (Not all duties are listed above; other duties may be assigned.) Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.Requirements Education:Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an EAC/ABET accredited program in the United States or Board designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET. Or A Board-approved combination of a bachelor's degree in one of the mathematical, physical, or engineering sciences and a graduate degree in engineering from a university with an EAC/ABET accredited undergraduate program in the same discipline of engineering. Or Bachelor's degree in engineering technology from a TAC/ABET accredited program. Or A bachelor's or graduate degree in mathematical, physical, or engineering science approved by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers. Experience:A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in project management and transportation engineering design, preferably in traffic signal design. knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)Experience in civil design software. Strong written and oral communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to deal tactfully with a diverse group of people in a professional manner in a complex organization. Ability to read and comprehend construction documents and engineering studies. A valid Texas driver's license is required and ability to drive a county vehicle to various job sites as necessary. Emergency Response Obligations:In accordance with Harris County's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Policy, this position is subject to emergency response and deployment protocols. The employee may be designated as supporting a Mission Essential Function (MEF) and must: Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities. Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location, role, or telework assignment during emergency events. Confirm work assignments with their supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events. Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support County operations continuity. NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications. General Information General Information:Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work: Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week. Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload. Salary: Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods. Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure: Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event). This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. FEATURED BENEFITS: Medical, vision, and dental insurance. Wellness. Professional development opportunity. 457 deferred compensation plans. Retirement pension (TCDRS). Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program). Disability and life insurance. Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan. The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions: Health & Wellness Benefits Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Wellness Plan Life Insurance Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Healthcare Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off (PTO) Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service) Eleven (11) County-observed holidays One (1) floating holiday per year Paid Parental LeaveSick Leave Retirement Savings Benefit 457 Deferred Compensation Plan The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions: Professional learning & development opportunities Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) Flexible work scheduleMETRO RideSponsor Program Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas. In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed. For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website: 01 Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application. High School or GED diploma Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher None of the above 02 If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major? Engineering from an EAC/ABET accredited program in the United States or Board designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET. Degree in one of the mathematical, physical, or engineering sciences and a graduate degree in engineering from a university with an EAC/ABET accredited undergraduate program in the same discipline of engineering. Engineering technology from a TAC/ABET accredited program. Graduate degree in mathematical, physical, or engineering science approved by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers. None of the Above 03 How many years of professional experience in project management and transportation engineering design, preferably in traffic signal design. less than a year 1- 2 years 2 or 2 + years None Of the Above 04 Do you have experience in civil design software? Yes No 05 Can you read and comprehend construction documents and engineering studies? Yes No 06 For this position, a valid Texas Driver's License is necessary. Do you meet the above requirement?(Please be sure to include all related details in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.) Yes, I currently hold a valid Texas Driver's License. Yes, I possess a valid Out-of-State Driver's License, but I am aware that I must acquire a valid Texas Driver's License before the start date. No, I do not currently have a driver's license, but I commit to obtaining one before the start date. No, I do not currently have a valid driver's license. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10