Parks Development & Facilities Project Lead

County of Roanoke Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Roanoke Virginia is seeking a Park Development Manager to coordinate park development, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects, including repairs to facilities, signage, and outdoor amenities. The role supervises technicians, supports capital maintenance programs, and collaborates with contractors, vendors, and county departments.

The position emphasizes project coordination, cost estimation, documentation, and public service responsiveness, with varied shifts and strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience provides required knowledge.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in urban planning, environmental planning, landscape architecture or related field.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible parks operations or related experience.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating contractors or vendors is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate park maintenance, facility repairs, signage, and park development projects.
• Oversee technicians, ensure safety, quality, and adherence to standards.
• Prepare cost estimates, bids, schedules, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and other county departments.
• Respond to public inquiries and support events and departmental initiatives.
• Maintain and analyze data for reports, budgets, and planning.

Skills

Park supervision

Contract coordination

Cost estimation

Project coordination

Public communication

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree (urban planning or related)

Job description

County of Roanoke Virginia is seeking a Park Development Manager to coordinate park development, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects, including repairs to facilities, signage, and outdoor amenities. The role supervises technicians, supports capital maintenance programs, and collaborates with contractors, vendors, and county departments.

The position emphasizes project coordination, cost estimation, documentation, and public service responsiveness, with varied shifts and strong emphasis on