Engineer/Project Manager

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Introduction

Located in the western part of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Loudoun County is a dynamic community that experienced significant growth over the past few decades with changing development environments, ranging from transit-oriented development at our new Metrorail stations, to redevelopment of existing neighborhoods, to maintaining and fostering our vibrant rural economy in the western part of the county. These factors create a fast-paced, high-energy work environment. The Department of Building and Development prides itself on providing great customer service in an atmosphere where work-life balance and professional development are respected and encouraged.

Job Summary

The Loudoun County, Virginia, Department of Building and Development is seeking applications for the position of Engineer III. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

- Performing comprehensive review of complicated land development applications to verify compliance with applicable regulations for which the Department enforces.
- Serving as point of contact and overall Project Manager for the processing of individual land development applications.
- Coordinating directly with internal and external agencies, applicants and owners to resolve design related deficiencies which would prevent the approval of an application.
- Facilitating transparent government operations by updating project records and databases completely and accurately.
- Providing good customer service by responding to citizen inquiries regarding procedures, regulations, application status, and other relevant data available to the Department.

The ideal candidate will be a highly effective communicator capable of conveying complex technical information in a clear and tactful fashion. The ideal candidate will possess a strong civil engineering background which demonstrates resourcefulness, flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in relevant computer systems and be comfortable communicating through virtual media.

This position is eligible for a $6,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County's Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technologies with coursework related to the assigned area; three (3) years of related professional engineering and construction management work experience with direct design as well as administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

The position requires a valid driver's license, DMV, and criminal background checks.