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Seeking the next exciting challenge in your career? Join the award-winning organization of the Building Design and Construction Division (BDCD), Building Construction Branch, in Capital Facilities Fairfax County Government & be a part of this professional organization managing the construction of County government facilities.

The Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES), Capital Facilities (CAP), Building Design and Construction Division (BDCD), Building Construction Branch (BCB), seeks an architect, civil engineer, structural engineer, mechanical engineer or electrical engineer to serve as construction manager overseeing all phases of construction contract administration for building projects. Professionally and collaboratively perform all phases of construction contract administration for new construction and renovation projects, interfacing with project stakeholders and using agencies.

DPWES is a diverse, nationally-accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone.

Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness. Please review our awesome benefits:BenefitRetirementThe Building Design and Construction Division is an award-winning organization responsible for implementing all major building, renovation and major capital renewal projects identified in the Fairfax County Capital Improvement Program, including fire stations, libraries, courts, police stations, office buildings, maintenance facilities, parking structures, human services facilities and other major infrastructure and public-private partnership projects.

This position works in the Building Construction Branch of the Building Design and Construction Division, Capital Facilities in Fairfax County Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, Virginia.

Responsible for timely completion, construction budgets, and the overall quality of assigned projects. Solves complex design or construction problems. Supervises the administration of construction contracts to avoid, mitigate, and resolve contractor claims. Performs all aspects of construction contract bidding, award, and administration. Evaluates pre-qualification requirements for prospective bidders, analyzes safety records, conducts pre-bid meetings, prepares final bid documents, issues contract awards, and conducts pre-construction meetings under the supervision of the section manager. Reviews and approves contractor payments, reviews proposed change orders for entitlement, prepares cost estimates, negotiates change orders, reviews shop drawings, ensures timely and appropriate RFI responses, issues field orders, RFPs, and CCDs. Performs onsite quality control inspections to ensure conformance to construction documents. Evaluates and tracks CPM schedule prepared and updated by the contractor. Coordinates all aspects of project close-out activities; punch list, training, O&M manuals, as-builts, bond release, end-of-warranty inspections, and final completion. Performs detailed constructability reviews of plans and specifications prepared by architectural and engineering firms. Participates in various selection advisory committees, value engineering studies, and other duties as assigned.

Under supervision of the Branch Chief or other assigned supervisor from the building construction branch, serves as a construction manager for all phases of construction administration for capital improvement building projects from contract document preparation through post construction. Works on all aspects of construction procurement methods, such as construction contracts, task orders and purchase orders to ensure quality, timely delivery, and cost effectiveness of the project. Assists in claim avoidance, contract dispute negotiation and resolution, and solving complex engineering or construction problems. Provides technical constructability reviews during all phases of design, coordinates with all stakeholders during construction. Required to safely drive a county vehicle to constructions sites and complies with Capital Facilities safety program and guidelines. Participates in agency and department processes such as interview panels, various committees, studies, including making contributions to staff mentoring/training and may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing business needs of the organization.

CAP is part of the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES), please visit us here to learn more about CAP and BDCD - Building Construction Branch.

This position is crucial in promoting communication, teamwork and collaboration with other branches and colleagues across BDCD. The successful applicant must be highly motivated and possess the skills necessary to work in a fast-paced collaborative team environment. Candidates must have excellent written, analytical, and verbal communication skills.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)Depending on the functional area of assignment:Responsible for advanced level review and approval of various applications to ensure compliance with state and local codes, regulations and policies and good engineering practice related to drainage and stormwater management;Performs overall project management and contract administration for multiple complex multimodal transportation improvement projects throughout the county from scoping through final design, utility coordination, land acquisition, permitting, and construction phases;Secures all reviewing/permitting agencies' approvals and permits as required in a timely manner;Administers design or construction contracts of large and complex projects;Performs advanced specialized engineering in the preparation and review of Hydrologic and Hydraulic engineering studies as required to achieve certification of the State regulated dams maintained;Applies advanced engineering and scientific techniques in evaluating complex solutions;Negotiates or oversees the negotiation of contracts for the full range of engineering/architectural, environmental and construction services;Coordinates County facility design or construction work with various architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants; supervises work performed under contract and maintains professional control of projects to completion;Estimates staffing, budget, schedules and resources needed to meet completion dates;Supervises subordinate staff of engineers and/or technicians working multiple smaller projects, utilizing either internal staff or external consultants or contractors;Supervises the review and acceptance of subdivision plans;Reviews all subdivision plat revisions concerning access, street location, site distance and traffic safety;Reviews and approves (or rejects with explanation) shop drawings and third party quality control inspection reports submitted pursuant to "Special Inspections Requirements" under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and the Fairfax County Special Inspections Program;Reviews the work of other engineers for complex permit applications, environmental analysis, design or construction of Capital Projects;Reviews and approves plans in accordance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code;Conducts field inspections of commercial construction projects to verify compliance with associated building code requirements of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code;Identifies and rewrites deficient and obsolete sections of national, state or local codes;Trains/mentors lower level engineers;Conducts preliminary meetings with design professionals to discuss code issues related to complex projects;Proposes and prepares revisions to technical design standards and ordinances;Prepares and presents detailed reports, studies and complex technical material to diverse groups of stakeholders to gain support and consensus;Prepares and presents reports to political boards and commissions at public hearings;Attends project and administrative meetings and conferences, and makes recommendations concerning budget issues;Serves as a technical advisor in specialty area;Signs off on the work of others that are supervised and signs off on own work as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)Depending on the functional area of assignment:Considerable knowledge of the principles, theory and practice of civil, architectural, and environmental engineering or urban planning;Considerable knowledge of computer applications and software (such as CAD) associated with the preparation of plans and engineering computations;Considerable knowledge of common methods and equipment used in engineering construction and of inspection methods used in reviewing such work;Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques relating to construction project management and contract administration;Considerable knowledge of Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and the codes and ordinances which apply to building construction in Fairfax County;Considerable knowledge of real property descriptions;Considerable knowledge of environmental testing methods;Ability to review construction documents, designs and proposals for costs, design requirements and compatibility with County standards, guides and operational needs;Ability to prepare reports, specifications, and contract documents, studies, and technical analysis and present findings in clear and concise format;Ability to coordinate long-term, complex project plans;Ability to plan, coordinate and oversee the work of team(s), subordinates and diverse professional and sub-professional engineering staff;Ability to communicate and interact effectively with the public, senior County staff and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field; plus, four years of progressively responsible professional experience in the appropriate engineering or architectural field.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:A valid driver's license.Possession of a valid Virginia Professional Engineer or Architect license. An individual who possesses a valid Professional Engineer or Architect license in another state will be granted a temporary exemption to this requirement pending the Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers & Landscape Architects decision regarding that individual's application for reciprocity. As a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect, signs and seals own work product and/or that of subordinate staff.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Three or more years of experience in construction management tasks such as reviewing plans & specifications, schedule analysis, cost control, QA/QC, safety management, communication & reporting, construction contract administrationThree or more years of experience in construction contract administration of complex building and major public works projectsExtensive experience and knowledge of construction schedules including schedule logic and software programs, construction claims and their mitigationProven track record of information technology skills including use of Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Advanced information technology skills including use of Microsoft Project or Primavera scheduling softwareAt least two years of experience of local, federal, and state building and site development codesCertified Construction Manager (CCM)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift 30 pounds overhead. Ability to participate in and understand verbal conversations at typical speaking volume and pace as well as respond to audio alarms and verbal warnings on construction sites, over the phone, and in the office workplace. Ability to produce organized and legible handwritten, typed/computer generated documents including the use of graphics. Ability to use computers/computer software for communication, report generation, electronic file-keeping, project metrics analysis, and project tracking purposes. Able to safely climb ladders up to 25 feet per floor with the potential of multiple floors and able to go up and down stairs for multi-story buildings. Must be able to physically negotiate rough terrain and typical construction site conditions to perform inspections at job sites, vendor/fabrication facilities, or potential future job sites. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.

BONUS ELIGIBILITY:
Positions within this classification that are general merit may be eligible for a one-time hiring incentive bonus for new county employees only. This bonus program requires a signed payback agreement between the department and employee.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact for assistance. TTY EEO/AA/TTY.

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