Recruitment

for

Assistant Director – Project Management Office Houston Airport System (HAS)

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George Bush Intercontinental Airport

William P. Hobby Airport

Ellington Airport

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The Community

The City of Houston was founded in 1836 and is now the fourth most

populous city in the nation. It is home to a thriving business economy that

includes growth in high-technology industries, medical research, health

care and professional services. Houston is home to many businesses

including corporate headquarters for almost two dozen of the Fortune

500 companies. In addition, many foreign countries and corporations

have established a presence in Houston to access North American

markets via the City's excellent distribution facilities.

In addition to a vibrant business market, Houston offers world class

entertainment opportunities including museums, galleries, art and

cultural institutions. Houstonians are able to take advantage of

numerous professional and collegiate sports teams representing football,

baseball, basketball, soccer, and hockey.

Houston has a strong Mayor-Council form of government. The City's

elected officials serving concurrent two year terms are: the Mayor, the

City Controller and the 16 members of City Council. The Director of the

Houston Aviation Department reports to the Office of the Mayor.

The Houston Airport System

The Houston Airport System provides a safe and dynamic air service

network that fosters economic vitality for the transportation industry and

the greater Houston region. To bring air service to Houston's population

of more than four million, the Houston Airport System has three facilities;

George Bush Intercontinental Airport, William P. Hobby Airport, and

Ellington Airport. The three-airport system served over 49.9 million

passengers in 2011, including over seven million international travelers.

Houston's three airports contribute more than $27 billion to the regional

economy.

HAS FACTS

Functions as an enterprise fund and does

not burden the local tax base for airport

operations, maintenance or capital

improvements.

Mission of helping to ensure that its

employment, services, and facilities are

accessible to the public, customers, and

travelers.

One of North America's largest public

airport systems that position Houston as

the international passenger and cargo

gateway to the South Central United

States and a primary gateway to Latin

America.

The HAS developed with the acquisition

of HOU in 1937, adding IAD in 1964, and

the addition of EFD in 1984.

Airports have highly technical weather,

navigational and landing aids to ensure

safe and on-time flight operations in all

weather conditions.

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IAH

George Bush Intercontinental joined the Houston Airport System in June 1969. IAH is located approximately 23 miles north of downtown Houston, near the Sam Houston Tollway (Beltway 8 North).

More than 700 daily departures occur at IAH

HOU

Has been serving the Houston community for more than 80 years.

Hobby Airport is located approximately seven miles south of downtown Houston, near I-45/Gulf Freeway, the major highway heading from the City to NASA and Galveston Island.

EFD

Acquired by the City of Houston in 1984 and now supports the operations of the United States military, NASA, and a variety of general aviation tenants.

Ellington Airport is located 15 miles South of Downtown Houston; off of I-45/Gulf Freeway, the major highway heading from the City to NASA and Galveston Island.

The Position

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR – PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE

Our client, the Houston Airport System (HAS) is seeking a seasoned Assistant

Director – Project Management Office with extensive airport capital improvement

project experience to direct and manage a staff involved in implementing the

System’s capital improvement program. This position will report to the Chief

Development Officer of Planning, Design, & Construction. The successful candidate

must have experience managing projects from concept through contract closeout,

including design, procurement, and construction. The Assistant Director will ensure

that project reporting is established and provides management with the financial

and schedule information needed to monitor the project progress.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a 4-year degree in

Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or closely related field; and

10 years of increasingly responsible airport construction project management

experience; PMP certification or licensed Professional Engineer or Architect

preferred;

The Ideal Candidate

Extensive experience in airport construction project management. Highly

knowledgeable in construction project management principles with experience

developing project scope definitions, schedules, and budgets. Prior experience

managing or directing a construction project or program management office

preferred. Experience managing multiple construction projects (10-20)

simultaneously. The ability to develop and instruct project management training

programs for staff. Ability to coach and develop skills of the project management

team and transform the division’s culture. Knowledge of and skill in the usage of

basic project management and cost control tools such as MS Project and Primavera.

A thorough understanding and skill in utilizing project performance metrics in order

to assess “earned value,” generate reports and monitor budgets. The ability to

generate bi-weekly and monthly reports on airports’ performance against calculated

projections. Knowledge of the engineering and environmental principles and

practices in the planning, design and construction of civil airport facilities. A thorough

knowledge of federal regulations, trends and practices relating to FAA standards,

compliance, and securing grants. And the ability to work with a variety of

government, state, county and local personnel to secure information and resolve

problems.

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Compensation

Commensurate with experience. Relocation available per City of Houston policies and procedures.

Benefits

Details regarding the City of Houston Employee Benefits can be found at: http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits

Abbreviated List of Benefits:

Medical

Dental

Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

FMLA

Long Term Disability

Vacation/Sick Time/Holidays/Wellness Leave

Retirement

Questions

All inquiries and applications MUST go through Aviation Career Services. Please direct any questions to Nedra Farrar Swift,

Recruitment & Human Resources Associate at Nedra@aviationcareerservices.com.

How to Apply

Proceed to the following http://www.aviationcareerservices.com/resources/jobs/application and complete our online

application. As part of the application please attach a cover letter and resume on the application page. Once complete

simply “Submit” the application and it will be processed.

Application Period

Apply immediately. This position is being fast-tracked.