Assistant Project Manager

Garver Engineering
United States, Texas, Houston
12141 Wickchester Lane (Show on map)
May 29, 2025
Careers Assistant Project Manager Houston, Texas GARVER is actively seeking an AssistantProject Manager with Water and Wastewater Plant engineering experience to be located in Houston, TX. The Assistant Project Manager will join our expanding Water Group. This position may include client management with municipal contracts. The Water Group provides complex program and project delivery to GARVER. This group manages various aspects of projects and programs to profitably deliver services and results that meet or exceed client requirements and are aligned with GARVER's core values and financial objectives. Responsible for managing a project to achieve specified objectives. Involves the overall planning, coordination and control of a project from inception to completion to produce a functionally and financially viable project that will be completed on time within authorized cost and to the required quality. Manages scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and change management. Projects may include water system master plans, hydraulic distribution system modeling, water audits, water quality studies, disinfection, water supply sustainability, water systems design (water treatment plants, pump stations, etc.), energy evaluations, water main replacement analysis, water vulnerability and emergency response, and Safe Drinking Water Program audits. Projects may include water and/or waste water treatment facilities, combined sewer overflow facilities, sanitary sewer stations, booster pump stations, transmission and/or distribution mains. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Responsible for contract management, administration and coordination on projects of various sizes and types Responsible for interpreting, organizing, executing and coordinating construction engineering documents Responsible for monitoring assigned staff to determine contractor's activities are monitored and performed in accordance with project plans, specifications and contractual requirements Liaison between Client, Company Personnel and Contractor in resolution of project issues Review and evaluate claims for changes and/or changed conditions Analyze and determine resolutions for complex construction/design problems Represent projects/clients at meetings and conferences Review and respond to Contractor's correspondence as required on assigned projects Implement on site procedures to assist staff in performing their work Keep client informed regarding project issues and provide possible resolutions Read and interpret plans and specifications Monitor contractor progress and compare with approved Progress Schedule Review and evaluate Progress Schedules Administer and manage contract and budget Minimum Requirements : Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering degree. 8+ years of related municipal water and/or wastewater consulting engineering experience Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred Qualifications : Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas Previous experience with large water/wastewater projects/pursuits/programs Proven client and project relationship management Strong problem solving, organizational, people, math and accounting skills Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Grow With Us Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance. Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com. Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. #LI-RK1 Apply Now! Get in Touch