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Job/Position DescriptionProject Manager III provides project management duties involving the support of the assigned principal project manager for project initiation, planning, coordination and execution of the technology installation portions of new construction and renovation projects that generate from the Maintenance and Construction Department for the different facilities for the State of Texas Supported Living Centers and State Hospitals. This will include management of the construction/installation of video surveillance/monitor systems, building automation systems, fire control/notification systems/fiber, personal alarm systems, digital antenna booster systems, patient wi-fi, emergency notification alarm systems, and other infrastructure.The Project Manager III communicates with the different stakeholders, facility personnel and other relevant parties on regular basis. The Project Manager III assists the principal project manager in directing the work of installation contractors, construction managers, design architects and engineers on assigned projects, and is responsible for adherence to the terms of the applicable contracts. Project Manager III works under the supervision of the Senior Director and/ or Director of Construction Services, with defined latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Essential Job Functions1. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. 2. Responsible for administration of contracts for professional services providers (architects, engineers, and other special consultants), systems installation contractors, and construction contractors.3. Manages construction schedules and ensures work coordination by and between construction and installation contractors.4. Assists the development of bid packages and assists with the development of resulting contracts.5. Responsible for the administration of installation contracts and budget/timeline adherence. 6. Provide technical subject matter support to stakeholders and management relating to proposed technological solutions and their integration into the HSCS infrastructure.7. Acquire and maintain a Certified Texas Contract Manager license as issued by the State of Texas.8. Employee actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation to include the testing, training and exercise programs.9. Other duties as assigned for project or department related requirements.Registrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsAcquire a Certified Texas Contract Manager license as issued by the State of Texas within 6 months from the date of hireKnowledge Skills Abilitiesand#149; Knowledge of construction project management guidelines and practice applicable to moderate scope projects; familiarity of local, state and federal laws and regulations relevant to the project assigned.and#149; Skill and knowledge in construction project management monitoring; ability to understand and address changes in scope and budget.and#149; Shows proficient skill in the use of personal computers and applicable programs, applications and devices.and#149; Ability to exercise sound judgement in making recommendations for critical decisions, to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues, to demonstrate negotiation and facilitation skills and to identify project risks. Ability to understand construc https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=619847 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.