Facilities Project Specialist

Facilities Project Specialist

The Facilities Management Bureau within the Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a Facilities Project Specialist to perform senior project management duties which include managing the design and construction phases for replacement of equipment and building shell components of County buildings, which may include major renovation projects. The County building projects include libraries, community and recreation centers, fire stations, maintenance facilities and office buildings.

Specific duties include:

• Developing project management plans and documents including capital budget estimates, schedules, and defining the scope of work;
• Developing scopes of works (SOW) for design and construction contractor selection including preparing solicitations (RFP's and RFQ's) and managing the construction contractor selection process;
• Preparing Invitation to Bid (ITB) for construction services, coordinating reviews with stakeholders, conducting pre-bid meetings, responding to bidder RFI's, evaluating bids received, and making formal recommendations for contract award;
• Managing full lifecycle of the project design and construction phases and ensuring projects are within budget and in compliance with standards, project specifications, and local, state and federal regulations;
• Reviewing and approving change orders and resolving issues related to field conditions discovered during construction;
• Managing the project budget, including allocations of contingency, impact of approved and potential change orders, and approving progress payments; and
• Performing project close-out actions such as the punch list, commissioning, inspections, final permits, final project reports and providing follow-up actions as required during the warranty period.

The ideal candidate will be an expert in collaborating with internal/external stakeholders, have a deep wealth of knowledge in project management to include planning and scheduling, and have strong time management skills.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in an architecture, engineering, construction project management or a related field;
• Significant experience in project management and administration as facilities engineer or construction project manager; and
• Managing the design and construction of replacement mechanical systems and building shell components or renovated municipal, industrial, or commercial facilities.

Substitution: Additional directly related experience can substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates in possession of one or more of the following:

• Managing design and construction contracts;
• Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam or similar PDF document handler software;
• Blueprint reading and drafting software such as Autodesk AutoCAD; and/or
• Quality control and assurance.

Preferred Licenses/Certifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Virginia or state with reciprocity;
• Project Management Professional (PMP);
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM); and/or
• OSHA Safety Certified.

Special Requirements:

Resume Requirement: A complete application will include an attached resume which highlights how your background and experience align with the qualifications for this position.

Cover Letter: Please attach a cover letter or use the supplemental question section to describe your experience in construction project management or facilities engineering, including managing the design and construction of replacement mechanical systems, building shell components, or renovations of municipal, industrial, or commercial facilities.

Background Check: 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 the time of appointment, a valid Driver License, or the ability to use alternative methods of transportation to perform duties at other locations. If the applicant possesses or acquires a license, they must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or the applicant must provide a copy of their official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.

Economic Interest: Completion of the Commonwealth of Virginia Statement of Economic Interest form will be required of the successful candidate upon hire and annually thereafter.

Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Flexible work schedule and telework opportunities available upon supervisor approval. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

The pay range listed above is effective July 1, 2026.

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Note: This recruitment is open until filled. Applications received by this date will receive first consideration. Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager on an ongoing basis, and interviews may be conducted throughout the recruitment process. The posting may close once the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified applications has been received.