Project Director

Description

Frederick County Government is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead and oversee a diverse portfolio of county-wide initiatives. This position plays a critical role in managing complex projects across multiple departments including capital improvements, facilities, infrastructure, and operational enhancements. The ideal candidate brings proven expertise in successfully delivering high-value projects, building strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, and driving initiatives to completion on time, within scope, and on budget.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead high-impact projects that directly enhance County services and community infrastructure.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders including the Board of Supervisors, County Administration, department heads, contractors, and the community.
• Play a pivotal role in shaping the County’s future growth and service delivery.

What You'll Do:

As a Project Director, you will:

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of capital improvement projects, grant-funded initiatives, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules to ensure projects meet established goals.
• Facilitate project team meetings, provide regular updates to County Administration and the Board of Supervisors, and ensure clear public communications.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Manage contracts, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), procurement processes, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations as well as grant and procurement requirements.
• Collaborate across County departments and with external partners to align projects with strategic priorities.
• Support the development of long-term planning and prioritization for future County projects and infrastructure.

What We're Looking For:

• 5 years of full-cycle project management experience in local government, capital, facilities, construction, or infrastructure required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, and/or equivalent work experience.
• Must possess Project Management Professional (PMP) or related project management certification.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have held it for at least 2 years
• Analytical problem solver with the ability to develop practical solutions for complex challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with elected officials, senior leadership, team members, contractors, and the public.

Supplemental Information

To learn more about Frederick County, Virginia employee benefits, please visit the following webpage: https://www.fcva.us/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits

To view the job description of this opportunity, please visit the following webpage: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fcva/classspecs/1787823?keywords=project director&pagetype=classSpecifications

All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available at www.fcva.us/jobs