Development Engineering Plan Reviewer

DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEWER

(Civil Engineer III)

The City of Alexandria is located in Northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 160,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest City in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. With two local historic districts, seven national register districts, and a variety of distinct neighborhoods, we proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Civil Engineer III position.

An Overview

The Department of Planning & Zoning (P&Z) is seeking a Civil Engineer III. This position will hold a working title of Development Engineering Plan Reviewer for the Development Engineering Division. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, creative, responsible, and possess strong written and verbal communication skills. This position plays a critical role in shaping the future of the City of Alexandria. As part of Alexandria's "One Start" staff group, this engineer works in coordination with other review disciplines to ensure that applications are reviewed in a timely and transparent way and that projects support the community vision of a safe, inclusive, sustainable city.

The Opportunity

Works under the general supervision of the Development Engineering Plan Review Manager as part of the Development Engineering Division.

Performs technical reviews of complex land development applications and capital improvements, including rezonings, site plans, and grading plans;

Reviews plans for compliance in the following areas: Sanitary and storm sewers, hydrology and hydraulics, stormwater management, managerial and structural best management practices, erosion and sediment control, water resources, roadway and utility profiles, solid waste management, roads, transportation, and street and site lighting;

Works with staff and developers’ representatives on acceptable design alternatives and solutions, including negotiating with developers’ representatives for plan design changes;

Coordinates development projects internally with multiple departments and externally with local, state and federal agencies, private utilities, property owners, stakeholder groups and individual private citizens;

Attends limited Planning Commission and City Council meetings related to development projects, encroachments, and right of way vacations;

Performs related work as required.

About the Department

The Department of Planning & Zoning works closely with communities to carry out the City's Strategic Plan, fostering amenity-rich, service-oriented and equity-balanced neighborhoods; protecting historic and cultural resources; and supporting diverse and creative businesses. In developing neighborhood plans, reviewing development proposals, and promoting economic vitality, we continue our commitment to collaborate with all stakeholder groups to honor the character of each neighborhood and to strengthen and sustain them, and Alexandria as a whole, for now and in the future.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

To qualify for this position all candidates must possess five (5) years of engineering design or plan review experience in civil engineering or a closely related field and graduation from a college or university of recognized standing with a degree in civil engineering; and/or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred candidates meet the above and have the following experience and skills:

Possess a Virginia Professional Engineering license or be able to obtain it through reciprocity within 6 months of hire.

Possess or be able to obtain the Virginia DEQ Erosion and Sediment Plan Reviewer Certification and Stormwater Management Plan Reviewer Certification within 1 year of hire.

Expertise in plan review or preparation of plans including knowledge of local governmental procedures affecting public works, materials, methods and techniques of public works construction.

The ability to work with property owners, contractors, and the general public and to establish positive working relationships.

Strong communications skills both verbally and in writing.

Notes

This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to drug testing, criminal background.