Construction/Maintenance Project Manager II

Job Announcement

Are you ready to dive into the heart-pounding world of wastewater projects and take charge of the entire project lifecycle? Brace yourself for an exhilarating opportunity that promises to test your skills, ignite your passion, and push you to new heights of achievement.

The Fairfax County Department of Public Works & Environmental Services (DPWES) is seeking a project manager/construction manager with project management experience in design and/or construction who will be responsible for all phases of contract administration for a variety of wastewater capital improvement projects in the Wastewater Treatment Branch, in the agency of Capital Facilities. As one of our project managers/construction managers, you will be at the helm of a diverse range of major and complex wastewater endeavors, including the design and construction of awe-inspiring treatment facilities, collection and transmission systems that span vast distances, and cutting-edge pump stations.

In the realm of construction contracts, you'll be the ultimate guardian of quality, timely delivery, and cost effectiveness. With your keen eye for detail, you'll avoid potential claims and tackle any contract disputes that may arise head-on, emerging victorious with your exceptional negotiation skills. Complex engineering and construction problems will bend to your will as you fearlessly resolve them, ensuring the successful realization of our projects, and when emergencies strike, you'll be the hero we turn to.

If you're ready to embark on this thrilling journey, to push the boundaries of what's possible in the realm of wastewater projects, then this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Join our dynamic team, where every day will be an adrenaline-fueled adventure filled with challenges, triumphs, and the opportunity to make an enduring impact on our industry. Apply now and let the excitement begin!

The Project Manager/Construction Manger II position may be responsible for the following:

• Serves as Construction/Project Manager with direct responsibility for the successful completion of assigned Capital Projects potentially including planning, design, and construction of major and complex wastewater treatment and collection system projects.
• Overall management includes but not limited to site and consultant selection and contract negotiation, coordination, and collaboration with customers, manages consultants in all phases of design including schematic design, design development, and contract drawing and specification development.
• Manages and coordinates value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Ensures schedule and budget requirements are met and maintains project documentation and reporting, coordination and management of bidding and construction, monitoring construction progress, change order and contract dispute negotiations and resolution, construction quality control, and project close out.
• Able to work in a fast-paced collaborative team environment; and provide outstanding customer service to the using agencies and project stakeholders.
• Stays abreast of technical codes and safety regulations.
• Promotes safety, communication, teamwork, and collaboration with internal as well as external project stakeholders. Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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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:

• Benefits
• Retirement

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 with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Environmental or Life Sciences, Construction Management, Business Administration, Facilities Management or related; plus five years of experience in the management of large and complex construction or maintenance projects to include two years managing multi-disciplinary teams with multiple contractors.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
A valid driver's license.

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. At least 3 years of experience procuring, administering, and managing architectural/engineering and/or construction contracts in the water and wastewater fields.
2. Experience with financial and budgetary planning, tracking, and reporting at the project and program level.
3. At least 3 years of experience managing multiple capital projects in design and construction on projects ranging from small renovations and upgrades to new stand-alone facilities. Experience includes consultant selection, negotiations, contract management, planning, budget and schedule development, site assessment, coordination of property acquisition for public use, quality control, and construction administration.
4. Project management experience with the approval and permitting phases of the development process, including land use and entitlement process to ensure approvals are in line with County proprietary and regulatory requirements.
5. At least 3 years of professional engineer experience with local, federal, and state building and site development codes.
6. Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to hear normal construction alarms and verbal warnings on active construction sites. Ability to lift 40 pounds. Ability to produce handwritten and typed documents. Able to safely climb construction ladders up to 15 feet or more per floor with the potential of multiple floors and able to go up and down stairs for multi-story facilities. Must be able to physically negotiate rough terrain and typical construction sites to perform field inspections at project construction sites or potential sites for future facilities. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.

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 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.

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