WHO: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Baltimore District, Construction Division

WHAT: Public Notice – Direct Hire

WHEN: 25 March - 04 April

WHY: We are recruiting for a highly experienced GS-12 position.

VACANCY ID: NECE249359251680DHA

POSITIONS : 4

THIS IS AN ARMY CIVILIAN POSITION.

PAY RANGE: $99,200.00 to $128,956.00; pay will be based on such factors as your qualifications, education, experience, training, and availability of funds. Current Federal Employees applying under this notice will have their pay set in accordance with local pay setting policy.

JOBS FOR HIRE: We are looking for individuals interested in the following positions.

Construction Control Representative 0809

DUTY LOCATION: The position will be filled in one of the following locations:

Fort Meade, MD

Fort Belvoir, VA

Fort Myer, VA

Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with the qualification and eligibility requirements set forth by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) located at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards. Resumes for applicants not selected for this position may be forwarded for consideration of other positions.

Duties:

• Manage the contractor's phasing of complex, multi-phase construction projects to ensure minimal impact to user/customer operations, project milestones are met and all delays are tracked and accounted.
• Participate in three phase inspection system by attending preparatory, initial and follow up inspections to ensure compliance of contract documents and safety requirements.
• Prepare daily reports, status reports and updates to keep stakeholders and/or the contractor informed of current status of construction activities.
• Provide technical assistance and advice for resolution of complex problems.
• Discuss details of construction with contractor’s personnel to ensure mutual understanding of the project requirements.
• Direct surveillance of construction to assure that contractor is conducting quality control operations to produce work in conformance with plans and specifications.
• Serve as coach, facilitator and/or negotiator in coordinating team initiatives and in consensus building activities among team members .
• Maintain liaison with and participates constantly in discussions with Using Agency and contractor representatives on matters of safety, post regulations, coordination of utility outages, progress of the work.
• Confers with contractor’s representatives on matters pertaining to interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Review and interpret the requirements of plans and specifications to ensure complete and usable construction documents.
• Discuss the requirements of the contract for construction scheduling, plans of operations, the contractor’s safety program, shop drawings, progress, and quality control reporting to ensure contractor understanding of the requirements.
• Consult with and advise subordinate personnel on construction policies and procedures.

Requirements:

Conditions of Employment:

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires some physical exertion to include long periods of standing, walking over uneven or slippery terrain, recurring bending, stooping, and lifting of items weighing less than 50 pounds.
• This position requires Drug testing
• This position requires a Top secret security clearance.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• his position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• This position involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risks and discomforts such as dust, odors, fumes, engine exhaust, high levels of noise, electrical hazards, moving machinery, and outdoor conditions.
• The work environment requires special safety precautions and the wearing of special protective gear.

Qualifications:

Specialized Experience:
Must meet one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal Service to include: (1) Reviewing construction plans and specifications, (2) Maintaining daily records of contractor work inspected, and (3) Monitoring contractor performance.

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Additional information:

• This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Competitive Service Positions direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the information sheet.
• This is a(n) 18 Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• Relocation incentives maybe authorized.

How To Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/04/2024 to receive consideration

• To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12361680).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $99,200.00 - $128,956.00 per year

Work Location: In person