Facilities Planner

The Department of Facilities & Fleet Management has an opportunity for an individual to participate in sustaining the foundation of local democracy. Are you a leader and someone who wants to make a difference in the community? Do you enjoy challenges? Are you able to motivate groups of people and navigate through the challenges of managing multi-million-dollar projects? Are you looking to make your mark in public service in a dynamic, progressive community? Then this job is for you.

The Department of Facilities and Fleet Management Property Management Division is seeking a talented, highly qualified, energetic individual interested in furthering a career in public administration in a team-oriented, challenging, and friendly workplace. This position serves as a facilities planner for improvement projects and special projects within Prince William County.

About This Role:

The Facilities Planner position serves as a departmental facilities planner, facilitating the budgeting, scope, and implementation of new/maintenance projects, cyclic furniture replacement, creating new office layouts and other office improvement projects, and small-scale building alteration and renovation projects. The successful individual will be responsible for cost planning, scheduling, control, monitoring internal standards, interpreting and facilitating client /user agency needs as they relate to design, and then managing all aspects of the process through the design, into implementation. This position will interact and work with consultants, code officials, end users, and other internal and external government agencies as they relate to a project.

The successful candidate must be able to multitask, understand and work with furniture vendors and contractors, and be a team player. The ability to understand design and construction processes is a must. This is not an entry-level position and will require the ability to work with citizen groups, regulatory agencies, and cross-functional teams. You must possess a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a background check if needed for a project, and an educational background in architecture, engineering, planning or a similar profession. Experience with the project management of comparable type design and implementing projects will be considered in lieu of a professional degree.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 4 years of related experience.

Preferences:

• Two years or more experience in interior design, architecture, engineering or planning, or a related field.
• Experience using AutoCAD and Revit software to provide space layouts
• Experience with preparing budget estimations for space buildouts.
• Two or more years of experience managing renovation and alteration projects.
• Two or more years of project management experience with office relocations and reconfigurations from start to finish.
• Experience preparing and managing project schedules using Microsoft Project.

Special Requirements:

None

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm. Work hours may be flexible, and occasional telework is available as approved by the Assistant Director of Property Management.

Hiring Salary Range: $65, $83,810.07

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

Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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,
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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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

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• Provisional
• Seasonal employees