Job Description
Salary $79,192.88 - $131,987.44 Annually Location FAIRFAX (EJ26), VA Job Type FT Salary W BN Job Number 26-00752 Department Park Authority Opening Date 05/09/2026 Closing Date 5/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade S27 Posting Type Open to General Public Job Announcement Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a high-level professional who is both excited to be a part of the project management and to be a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 24,000 acres of parkland, nine Rec Centers, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level. As part of the Fairfax County Park Authority Project Management Branch Trail Team this position is responsible for independently managing projects involving multiple agencies, community stakeholders, and project-based matrix organization teams. Directs and manages all phases of capital development projects to include scoping, design, and construction. Supervises professional, paraprofessional technical and administrative personnel assigned to projects. Ensures projects are completed within the approved scope, budget, and schedule. In addition to trails may be assigned a wide variety of site development related projects Illustrative Duties (The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Depending on the functional area of assignment: Performs all the duties of the Engineer II and as applicable; Interacts with external engineering, environmental and construction contractors, ensuring the best use of county resources and timely completion of projects; Solves complex project design or construction challenges such as unsuitability of conventional materials or methods, minimizing disruption of operations during phased construction, minimizing disruption to the public; Prepares project cost estimates and schedules for various project types; Mentors and leads less experienced staff in day-to-day business or for special projects; Reviews plans submitted by Architectural and Engineering (A&E) firms for county projects to determine if they meet design requirements, and for cost and compatibility with county standards, guidelines and operational needs and verifies invoices for payment; Provides project quality control for consultant designs and construction documents; Reviews operations for regulatory/permit compliance; Coordinates and resolves utility conflicts; Manages multi-discipline projects of ranging complexity, type and scope; Maintains project files and documentation; Conducts final inspections of projects installed by contractors, developers or individuals; Provides direction and oversight of environmental monitoring; Leads in design project feasibility studies and develops design criteria for engineering consultants; May serve as a Team Leader; Prepares and presents reports to boards and commissions; Recommends revisions in the county Code and related documents; May administer the section in the absence of the supervisor; Attends meetings and conferences; Prepares reports, studies, design analysis and evaluations, contracts, and bid documents. Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities (The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Depending on the functional area of assignment: Knowledge of the principles, theory and practice of civil, architectural, and environmental engineering or urban planning; Knowledge of computer applications and software (such as CAD) that are associated with the preparation of plans and engineering computations; Knowledge of topographic and construction surveying; Knowledge of common methods and equipment used in engineering construction and of inspection methods used in reviewing such work; Knowledge of real property descriptions; Knowledge of environmental testing methods; Knowledge of Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and the codes and ordinances which apply to building construction in Fairfax Co