Land Use Engineer- Fairfax/Arlington
Virginia.govAbout the role
Title: Land Use Engineer- Fairfax/Arlington
State Role Title: Architect/Engineer I
Hiring Range: $88,867-$144,409
Pay Band: NV 5
Agency: VA Dept of Transportation
Location: NOVA District Office
Agency Website: www.vdot.virginia.gov/careers
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The NOVA District office is seeking a Land Use Engineer for the Fairfax/Arlington Land Use Permit Department to provide technical review of land development, utility, locality, and private entrance plans consistent with VDOT specifications, standards, policies and procedures. Administer the District’s land development permit activities with stakeholders to include local government, engineering community, developers and other VDOT staff.
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
Teamwork and Customer Service- Demonstrates customer service and work habits that reflect the VDOT Values and coordinates the flow of information both orally and in writing.
Analysis and Technical Reporting- Analyze and interpret engineering data and information. Prepare complete, clear and concise reports and recommendations.
Plan Review- Coordinate plan reviews with the district's responsible charge engineer, project developer, engineer and local jurisdictions for residential and commercial developments. Enter, track, organize and monitor workload and perform all required tasks. Keep multiple project reviews on schedule with limited supervisory assistance.
Manage Assigned Activities- Plan, schedule and coordinate engineering program activities such that deliverables are met within the established scope and timeline.
Technical Review- Provide technical reviews for preliminary plans, site plans, detailed construction plans and record plats for residential and commercial developments. Provide technical review for utility plans and other infrastructure plans. Review and comment on plans for land development proposals.
Special Assignments- Manage special program initiatives and projects as assigned. Serve and represent VDOT or assigned program area on various committees and work groups.
Assist in the Land Use Permitting Function- Prepare correspondence and process forms and applications. Review documents and plans pertaining to land use permits.
Engineering Process Management- Use established VDOT policies and procedures in the development and delivery of engineering projects. Engineering projects are completed in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
Communication- Establish an effective line of communication between VDOT, contractors, government agencies and the public. Investigate issues and resolve complaints.
Project Engineering- Assist in the management of projects and tasks including development of and managing the scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, change management, quality, and status reports. Complete multiple concurrent tasks and assignments, and report updates on their status.
Minimum Qualifications
• Experience applying subdivision street requirements, entrance standards and road design standards.
• Experience applying roadway geometric design and other engineering principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to interact successfully with internal and external customers.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret construction plans, local ordinances and zoning requirements.
• Experience applying land use permit policies, construction practices, materials requirements, and street acceptance procedures.
Additional Considerations
• PE license or EIT certification.
• Experience in land development plan review.
• A combination of training, experience or education in Civil Engineering or related field desired.
• Experience in the application of engineering principles to highway construction projects.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the
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