Project Manager

Come grow with us! A career-defining opportunity awaits an accomplished design professional with a passion for parks, people, and design.

Would you like to work in a progressive Parks and Recreation agency, which provides challenging and rewarding work? Are you interested in long range planning and short-term implementation? The Department of Parks and Recreation is looking for you! Prince William County, Department of Parks & Recreation has an exceptional full-time career opportunity for a Project Manager.

The Prince William County Department of Parks &Recreation is seeking a Project Manager to join a team of talented capital project managers in one of Virginias most beautiful and robust park systems. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn new skills and to put their experience and education to the test in a fast paced, results driven organization. The Planning and Capital Projects Division delivers first class projects on time and within budget on a robust set of projects ranging from cyclical maintenance to full park design, natural and cultural resource protection, and construction. Apply today and make your mark in a large, progressive agency in the midst of tremendous growth.

About This Role:

Parks recently updated its strategic vision and incorporated Prince William Countys Strategic Vision into action plans. The Planning & Capital Projects Division manages capital maintenance projects, larger building facility projects, and capital improvement plan projects. The position requires a candidate that will successfully perform difficult professional work primarily involving site and facility design of park projects. Work involves a wide variety of complex projects that require independent planning of work details for completion of special projects.

Primary duties include performing advanced level professional work developing plans and construction drawings for the development and maintenance of park construction projects in accordance with the Countys overall Comprehensive Plan and Design and Construction Manual; managing complex design and construction projects from inception to project close out with a high degree of autonomy.

The professional best suited for this expert-level position will be naturally inclined to be a strong advocate for passive and active recreation, and cultural and natural resource protection. We are excited to welcome a person enthusiastic about cultivating a high-performance work culture with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while providing planning and communication skills. Superb communication and organizational skills are mandatory to establish and exceed customer and stakeholder expectations.

Minimum Requirements:

This position requires a bachelors degree in engineering and 3 years of related experience, defined as professional project and construction management experience in developing/use of parks and open space.

Preferences:

• Professional Engineer certification with experience in managing capital projects.

• 5+ years of experience.

• Experience working for an accredited agency.

• Experience reviewing site plans and construction documents.

• Experience planning and developing trail corridors.

Special Requirements:

• Must have a valid drivers license and safe driving record.

• Must pass local, state and federal background check.

Work Schedule:

Regular work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. This is a telework eligible role that may revert to in-office scheduling if business needs change.

Hiring Salary Range : $95,492.10/yr. - $112,343.64/yr.

Hiring Bonus: this position qualifies for a one-time hiring bonus of $3,000 paid in two installments and will be subject to all applicable tax withholding and reporting requirements. The first installment is payable upon the Countys first regular pay date following your position start date. The second installment will be payable on the pay date following the completion of your probationary period.

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click .

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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