Transportation Design Project Manager IV (Engineer IV)

Fairfax County•Fairfax (Ej03), VA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1977, the Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) has served the Fairfax County community by enhancing mobility, safety, and the quality of life of residents, businesses, and visitors through planning, coordinating, funding, implementing, and sustaining a multimodal transportation system. FCDOT is seeking a motivated, highly qualified, and public service-oriented Engineer IV to join the Transportation Design Division. This position is a senior level engineering position responsible for overall project management and contract administration for multiple complex multimodal transportation improvement projects and assisting the section chief with the team’s projects and developing policy and procedural guidance issues, as needed. In a dynamic and quickly evolving environment, this position will provide a challenging and rewarding experience for an individual invested in achieving the county’s strategic transportation goals.

Requirements

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.
Valid driver's license
Possession of a valid Virginia Professional Engineer or Architect license is required. (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.)
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and extensive experience with local, federal and VDOT design standards, guidelines, and procedures, including the VDOT Locally Administered Project (LAP) manual
Seven years of experience in design and management of complex multimodal transportation projects, including existing and new roadway improvement projects, bike and pedestrian walkway/trail facilities, and spot intersection improvements
Ability to read and understand roadway and other public improvement design plans
Strong computer skills and experience with AutoCAD Civil3D and/or MicroStation, and Microsoft Office applications
One or more other Professional Engineer- related certifications, such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), VDOT Locally Administered Projects (LAP) Certification, Designated Plans Examiner (DPE), or DEQ Certified Stormwater Management Plan Reviewer
Ability to work independently and strong organizational, time management, and project management skills, including ability to coordinate multiple projects, prioritize, and meet established deadlines
Ability to assist the Section Chief in developing policy and procedural issues and assist in training and mentoring team members
Strong written communication skills, including ability to prepare presentations, technical memoranda, non-technical memoranda, letters, and other correspondence
Strong oral communication skills, as well as experience presenting to and providing subject matter expertise for and engaging with elected officials, staff, and the community
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
Desire to advance a collaborative and supportive culture
Candidates who are bilingual in English and another language are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Provides engineering support during project design, land acquisition, and construction phases for assigned projects, including coordinating with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), County, and other regulatory agencies
Prepares, monitors, and manages project budgets and schedules to ensure assigned projects are completed on time and within budget
Develops design engineering and/or construction consultant scopes of work, and negotiates and manages contracts, including approving invoices for payment
Reviews consultant deliverables, including design/construction plans, plats, and specifications to ensure projects meet all applicable engineering standards and requirements
Attends project-related design field inspections, utility field inspections, pre-construction and construction meetings, and monitoring construction progress to ensure conformance with project design
Identifies, responds to, and resolves public concerns related to assigned projects
Prepares and communicates technical reports, status reports, meeting summaries, letters, official items for Board of Supervisors’ consideration, and other documents as required
Prepares presentations for and serving as a subject matter expert at project-related public meetings, briefings for senior leadership and/or elected officials, and other audiences, as required to meet specific audience needs
Attends other project-related meetings, both in-person and virtual, including occasional evenings and weekends