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Fairfax County Government · 7 hours ago

HVAC and Plumbing Quality Control Engineer (Engineer II)

Fairfax, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$69K/yr - $115K/yr

1+ years exp

Fairfax County Government is responsible for overseeing a large portfolio of commercial buildings, and they are seeking an HVAC and Plumbing Quality Control Engineer. This role involves ensuring quality control and compliance for contractor work related to HVAC and plumbing systems in commercial buildings.

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Responsibilities

Performs quality control and assurance of contractor work for the repair, maintenance, and replacement of complex commercial building HVAC and plumbing equipment for a portfolio of over 250 critical commercial buildings comprising of over 12 million gross sq feet of rentable space

Ensures all contractor work as well as operations are compliant with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and state and federal regulation such as Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), OSHA, and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Spend 75% of their day in the field conducting inspections and driving to sites

Perform other related duties to meet the ongoing business needs of the organization

Qualification

HVAC systems knowledgeBuilding Automation SystemsConstruction project managementCAD software proficiencyVirginia Building Code knowledgeSupervisory skillsReport preparationTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field; plus one year of professional experience in the appropriate engineering field

Valid driver's license

Knowledge of the principles, theory and practice of civil, architectural, and environmental engineering or urban planning

Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques relating to construction project management and contract administration

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 design/construction and of inspection methods used in reviewing such work

Knowledge of real property descriptions

Knowledge of environmental testing methods

Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations regarding solid waste management

Knowledge of Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and the codes and ordinances that apply to building construction in Fairfax County

Ability to gain familiarity with the Public Facilities Manual

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to train and supervise staff

Ability to review construction documents, designs and proposals for costs, design requirements and compatibility with county standards, guides and operational needs

Ability to prepare reports, specifications, and contract documents

Ability to conduct public meetings

Ability to prepare technical reports and to present findings in a clear and concise format

Ability to make accurate drawings and maps

Ability to make accurate computations and neat and accurate field notes

Ability to collect and compile research data

Good physical ability, as the engineer will spend 75% of their day in the field conducting inspections and driving to sites

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer

Preferred

Current and valid Master HVAC License

Fundamental knowledge of Trane, Siemens, Automated Logic, and Delta Building Automation Controls with 3 years operator experience

7 years of experience as the lead and accountable person for the maintenance, repair, and operation of complex commercial HVAC equipment in high-rise, mid-rise, and low-rise buildings with a portfolio of over 3 million square feet to include two years of supervisory experience

3 years of experience supporting and overseeing commercial Facilities Maintenance HVAC contractors and contracts

Demonstrated experience and strong familiarity with commercial building Building Automation Systems in the maintenance, repair, and operation of large commercial building HVAC systems

Experience with the management and oversight of the operations/maintenance of a large physical plant commercial building LEED certified HVAC system energy efficiency

Experience reviewing and managing a commercial building HVAC system maintenance, repair, and operations program with over $2M in annual expenses as the lead, primary and accountable decision maker, and mechanical technical expert

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to read and understand HVAC and associated subsystems design documents to include blueprints, building plans, specifications, and warranties