Facilities Project Specialist (Transit)

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 Facilities Design and Construction Bureau of the Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a motivated Facilities Project Specialist (Transit) to manage capital improvements such as bus operations and maintenance facilities, transit stations, and WMATA Metrorail elevator and tunnel entrances. This position will manage the design, construction, and renovation of new County and WMATA transit facilities from conceptualization through project turnover and warranty periods, including all phases of design-build procurement and contract administration.

Major Job Duties:

• Developing project management plans and documents, including capital budget estimates, project schedules, and scopes of work;
• Preparing RFPs and RFQs and managing the procurement of design and other professional services, including coordinating stakeholder reviews, responding to vendor questions, evaluating submissions, conducting interviews, and recommending contract awards;
• Leading construction contractor selection processes, including preparing Invitations to Bid (ITBs), coordinating stakeholder reviews, conducting pre-bid meetings, responding to bidder questions, evaluating bids, conducting post-bid scope reviews, and recommending contract awards;
• Procuring surveying, construction management, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC), and commissioning services from consultants, contractors, and County staff;
• Leading permitting and approval processes and coordinating with County departments, external agencies, and community groups;
• Managing construction activities by reviewing and approving contractor schedules, monitoring project progress and expenditures, conducting site inspections, and requesting corrective actions to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget;
• Recommending changes to project designs, specifications, and schedules; reviewing contract documents and processing change orders; and maintaining project records and documentation;
• Preparing and finalizing grant-compliant documentation for regional, state, and federal agencies; managing project budgets and fund allocations; and reviewing contractor progress payment requests and change orders for adequacy;
• Conducting final inspections; overseeing commissioning, equipment startup, and training; reviewing closeout documentation; coordinating with County user groups and the Facilities Management Bureau; and managing follow-up actions during the warranty period; and
• Preparing project status reports and presenting project information to elected officials, executive management, and community groups.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Project Management, or a related field; and
• Significant and progressively responsible experience in project management and administration as a facilities engineer or construction project manager, or in a related field.

Substitution(s): Additional directly related experience can substitute for the education requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Desirable Qualifications: Preference may be given to applicants with experience in one or more of the following:

• Managing the work of designers, construction managers, and contractors;
• Managing the design and construction of WMATA facilities and transportation-related projects, including new construction and renovations;
• Using project management and scheduling technologies;
• Working with local, state, and/or federal transit agencies, such as the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT), and Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA); and/or
• Managing construction claims and dispute resolution.

Desirable Certifications:

• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Virginia or a state with reciprocity;
• Registered as an Architect in Virginia or a state with reciprocity;
• Project Management Professional; and/or
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM).

Special Requirements

Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Driver's License: Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver’s license, and must provide or authorize Arlington County to obtain a copy of official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon favorable review of the applicant’s driving record. Alternatively, the applicant must have the ability and willingness to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite.

Please complete each section of the application including the supplemental questions. Your responses to the supplemental questions are required because they provide us with specific information necessary to evaluate your qualifications for this position. These responses are considered part of the selection process. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not write "see resume" as a response to the questions. In accordance with § 19.2-392.15, applicants are not required to provide information regarding sealed arrests, charges, or convictions in response to any questions or inquiries during the hiring process.

Additional Information

Work Hours: Monday through Friday, between 8 am to 5 pm, with a flexible work schedule. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required. Telework opportunities are available with prior approval from the supervisor.

This position is eligible for County government employee benefits that include health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan.

For more information on Arlington County’s generous benefits and retirement plan, click here.

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