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The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Project Manager (Alamo Project Manager) within the Heritage (Archives and Records) Department of the agency.The Alamo Project Manager will perform advanced (senior-level) project management work. Work involves coordinating the planning and initiation of diverse projects at various levels of completion; monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; and communicating with project stakeholders, management, and other relevant parties. May direct, assign, and evaluate the work of project staff. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.. Our Mission:The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources. What Your Contributions to the GLO Will be: Monitors and management of project costs to ensure the project is completed within budget. Monitors and manages project quality to ensure project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications. Coordinates with Construction Services policies and procedures and GLO (Alamo) on grants monitoring, document, and appropriation and filings for Alamo. Oversees and coordinates Alamo and related historic project activities at the Alamo Complex with other state agencies, governmental jurisdictions, the Alamo Endowment, and/or private sector partners, contractors, and subcontractors. Directs, develops and evaluates all Alamo and applicable GLO projects with the Texas Historical Commission using accepted project management methodologies. Compiles and distributes project information, project status reports, and project budget expenditures to Alamo, Construction Services, and executive management. Develops project budgets, schedules, work plans, resource requirements, and cost estimates and projections for historic projects and renovations. Initiates projects, obtains authorization and commitment, and demonstrates business need and project feasibility. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in architecture, project management, historic architecture, restoration and preservation, or construction administration. Five (5) years experience in supervision and project management of major building restoration and preservation projects. Experience and education may be substituted for one another. Travel between San Antonio (Alamo) and Austin (GLO Office) as needed with reliable transportation. - If Austin resident; travel to Alamo twice a week. - If San Antonio resident; travel to GLO Office in Austin once a week. Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in historic structure restoration and preservation. Working relationship with the Texas Historical Commission. Knowledge and understanding of the history of the Alamo. Understanding of the design and construction of museum facilities. Current San Antonio resident. Physical Requirements: This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/ customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, ecall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens. The individual must be able to move and transport records, documents, boxes, and all related information and materials, weighing up to 20 pounds when required. Compensation and Benefits: Free Parking Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts Medical Insurance - State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. The State pays 50% of the eligible part-time employees premium and 25% for eligible dependents. Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance. Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year **Annual leave increases with length of service. Professional Development Opportunities: The GLO offers numerous courses to help our employees grow using resources through LinkedIn Learning and our EAP provider. Veterans:Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category - Program Management How to Apply: To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Career Section. You may apply for the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work in Texas and the CAPPS Career Section. Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and a summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.