Project Engineer (Capital Infrastructure)

Arlington County VA•Arlington, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The Engineering Bureau within the Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking an innovative and multi-skilled Project Engineer (Capital Infrastructure) to lead construction management for capital infrastructure projects involving transportation, stormwater management, water distribution, stream restoration, and neighborhood conservation throughout Arlington County. Responsibilities 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 project construction inspectors; Monitoring and reporting on construction progress and contractor activities; Identifying and addressing construction issues and schedule updates; Preparing daily reports, documenting installed quantities, and responding to general project inquiries; Processing change orders and payment requests; Coordinating project work with utility companies, affected businesses, residents, community groups, and other stakeholders; and Monitoring and enforcing safe working conditions and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will have the following: Exceptional customer service skills; Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse array of stakeholders, including contractors, laborers, engineers, managers, planners, and citizens; Substantial experience in conflict and crisis management; A thorough understanding of local, state, and federal regulations; and Proficiency in construction quality control and assurance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
Three (3) years of experience in construction management, contract administration or construction inspection of urban infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, or underground utility projects
Exceptional customer service skills
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse array of stakeholders, including contractors, laborers, engineers, managers, planners, and citizens
Substantial experience in conflict and crisis management
A thorough understanding of local, state, and federal regulations
Proficiency in construction quality control and assurance
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

Nice To Haves

Experience with project/time management, project planning/scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting and productivity analyses, and 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
Experience administering/inspecting construction contracts, and/or enforcing compliance with ordinances, codes, plans or specifications
Experience with public contracting and procurement
OSHA-10, VDOT Intermediate Work Zone, and/or E&S Certifications
Employees registered as a Professional Engineer will be eligible for a pay premium of $2,600 annually

Responsibilities

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 project construction inspectors
Monitoring and reporting on construction progress and contractor activities
Identifying and addressing construction issues and schedule updates
Preparing daily reports, documenting installed quantities, and responding to general project inquiries
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