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Serves as a technical expert, plans and directs capital renewal and non-capital projects and construction activities for one or more of the following fields: HVAC, electrical, elevator, and/or Building Envelope systems.

Provides senior level leadership and is responsible for the overall development and management of large scale and/or multiple complex capital and non-capital projects for and in occupied spaces or development and management of cross-functional capital renewal projects for and in occupied spaces that require working with all department and/or county levels and groups specific to the project design and implementation to address specific business needs.

Ensures the timely completions of projects assigned, consistent with quality standards of the Facilities Management Department and industry standards, as well as, ensuring projects are financially and operationally viable and completed in a cost-efficient manner. Serve as a technical expert and provide engineering review and approval for commercial conveying system, building envelop, life safety and civil projects to include impacting functions such as HVAC, electrical and generator as well as, structural and engineering. Responsible for the supervision of subordinate Construction Project Manager I staff. Works under the guidance and general direction of the Assistant Director of Design, Engineering and Construction.

Note: This position is designated an essential employee.

Illustrative Duties

Coordinates and manages multi-discipline architectural and engineering (A/E) projects of ranging complexity, type and scope for facilities renovation, maintenance, stormwater facilities, transportation facilities, and other County projects from inception, design, award, construction, and through the warranty period;
Prepares solicitations for services and directs the consultant selection process;
Functions as project team leader and coordinates completion schedules with multiple contractors and/or vendors;
Plans, monitors and coordinates work performed by construction or maintenance contractors;
Supervises professional, paraprofessional technical and administrative personnel assigned to the project;
Ensures that all contracts and on-site processes and work are in compliance with Federal, State and County codes;
Develops requests for proposals, scopes of services, bid packages, contracts, amendments and other documents for the selection and contracting of consultant services;
Provides quality control to ensure construction process achieves the required goals and meet project specifications;
Reviews work in progress for cost and compatibility with County standards, operational needs and regulatory/permit compliance;
Ensures that necessary field inspections are conducted to verify compliance with applicable code requirements of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, with the Public Facilities Manual, Erosion and Sediment Control Standards, as well as other Commonwealth laws and regulations relating to construction projects;
Facilitates and conducts meetings with public groups, citizens and other stakeholders to gain support for projects, explain issues and resolve conflicts;
Ensures clear and thorough communication with public and/or involved parties on all aspects of projects;
Prepares and presents reports to citizen groups, boards and commissions;
Attends meetings and conferences.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, training and experience 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.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Five or more years' demonstrated history as the lead project manager directly responsible and accountable for the design and construction for the replacement of full commercial building systems in occupied buildings greater than 100,000 gross sq. ft. per building to include low rise and high rise (5 stories of more) buildings.
Projects must include building envelope, life safety systems, conveying systems, interior renovations, civil, and structural elements.
Five or more years demonstrated history in the full performance responsibility for a portfolio of complex commercial building systems replacement projects in occupied commercial facilities including but not limited to: development of contracts, authoring scope of work, financial oversight, submittal approval, RFI responses, construction quality, safety performance, oversight of quality metrics and quality performance, contractor selection and oversight, oversight of project documentation and project schedule, and risk mitigation.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
A valid driver's license required.
Possession of Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification by Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) or ability to obtain certification within one year of appointment for certain positions.
Possession of Certified Facility Manager (CFM) certification by International Facility Management Association (IFMA) or ability to obtain certification within one year of appointment for certain positions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to access facility equipment and equipment rooms. Ability to climb ladders, access tight spaces, crawl, reach, lift 25 lbs., push 25 lbs., etc. Must be able to communicate by phone. Must be mobile. Vision to see detail drawings, construction and discern color. Must communicate with others verbally and in writing. Dexterity to use hand tools. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee of this position is required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview, may include a practical exercise.

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 status as a veteran 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. EEO/AA/TTY.