Job Description

Position Information

The Engineering Bureau within the is seeking an innovative and multi-skilled Project Engineer to lead construction management for capital infrastructure projects involving transportation, stormwater management, water distribution, stream restoration, and neighborhood conservation throughout Arlington County.

Specific duties include:

Reviewing and interpreting construction drawings and specifications for urban infrastructure projects;

Administering and interpreting construction contracts;

Conducting pre-construction, progress and stakeholder meetings and preparing meeting minutes;

Advising, training/instructing, monitoring, and approving recommendations of construction inspectors performing daily inspection of project sites;

Monitoring construction progress, reporting contractor activities, identifying and resolving construction issues, and analyzing construction schedule updates;

Preparing daily reports, documenting installed quantities, and responding to general inquiries;

Analyzing and processing change orders and payment requests;

Coordinating project work with utility companies, affected businesses, residents, community groups, and other stakeholders;

Monitoring and enforcing safe working conditions and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations; and

Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service skills and will be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including contractors, laborers, engineers, managers, planners, and citizens as well as having experience with conflict/crisis management, understanding of local/state/federal regulations, and construction quality control and assurance.

Selection Criteria

Minimum:

Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field; and

At least 3 years of experience in construction management, contract administration or construction inspection of urban infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, or underground utility projects;

Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates in possession of one or more of the following:

Experience with project/time management, project planning/scheduling, cost estimating, contract negotiation, budgeting and productivity analyses, collaborating with internal/external stakeholders;

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF document handler, and knowledge of e-Builder construction management software;

Considerable experience administering/inspecting construction contracts, and/or enforcing compliance with ordinances, codes, plans or specifications;

Prior experience with public contracting and procurement; and

OSHA-10, VDOT Intermediate Work Zone, and/or E&S Certifications.

Special Requirements

Driver\'s License: The applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver\'s license. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain or provide a copy of their official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant\'s driving record.

Background Check: A pre-hire background check will be made on all candidates selected for employment. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Working Conditions:

The worker performs activities inside and outside.

The worker is subject to cold (below 32 degrees) for periods of more than one hour and/or temperatures above 90 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as snow, rain, hail, wind, and humidity.

The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

The worker is subject to one more of the following conditions: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation, oils, and other cutting fluids.

Physical Requirements:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Information

Work Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m with telework opportunities. Employees must be able to occasionally work after hours and in emergency situations as a part of a 24/7 operation and the worker must be able to work shifts as necessary.

The official title for this position is Project Engineer.

Employees registered as a Professional Engineer will be eligible for a pay premium of $2,600 annually.

Your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire are considered part of the selection process. Please do not enter "see resume" as a response to the questions.

Each section of the application must be completed. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All Project Engineers are eligible for County government employee benefits that includes health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan.

For more information on Arlington County\'s generous benefits and retirement plan, .

Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs.

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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email .

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