PSA Project Management & Engineering Coordinator (Houston, TX, US) at METRO | Public Transit | Houston, Texas | Bus | Rail | Park & Ride

Basic Function

Responsible for providing support to the VP of Project Management & Engineering in coordinating departmental project activities.  Tracks all project information including status, milestone dates, scheduling, Board & communication documents, etc.  Maintains contact with project/program managers and subject matter experts as needed. Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities and Specific Duties

• This is a temporary PSA job assignment not to exceed six (6) months in duration or $25,000 in total hourly wages during the six (6) month period.
• Responsible for serving as key contact for VP to coordinate all departmental activities both internal and external.
• Responsible for coordinating, preparing, and tracking Board documents such as presentations, and other necessary forms.  Collects, reviews, updates, and submits Board related items on behalf of the group.
• Maintains continuity of projects by documenting and communicating needed action to management and project team.  Maintains project due dates and follows up with changes and delays.
• Tracks project life span data and provides support to project team from beginning to final approval.  Tracks the progress and quality of work based on project requirements/expectations.
• Responsible for producing weekly, monthly, and quarterly project reports.
• Researches and prepares special reports for various projects.
• Attends project and Board related meetings
• Assist VP in managing the departmental staff needs.
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents
• Applies SMS methods and principles in their daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  Pay Range: $56,500 -$74,000

Education Requirement

High school or GED required.  Bachelor’s degree or related field preferred

Years & Experience Required

Minimum six (6) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience with project coordination and project management.

Knowledge & Skills Required

Excellent writing skills, effective communication (written and verbal) skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Proficient knowledge of PC’s and related software, advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; Excel, Word and PowerPoint. 

Additional Information

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas has a zero tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment.

Further, employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.

We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.