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Construction Representative

Architect of the Capitol
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025 CLOSED ON 1/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Representative position at Architect of the Capitol?

Duties

Summary

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Construction Management Division. The selectee will work on highly visible projects that involve great historical significance and require the use of specialized construction methods to accomplish.

Requirements

Qualifications

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards

Specialized experience: is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Candidates for the GS-13 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-12) grade level in the Federal service. Applicants resume must demonstrate specialized experience in at least 3 of the following: Experience with repairs, replacement, and restoration of buildings and facilities for major construction projects. Overseeing and monitoring new construction, renovations, infrastructure improvements and building upgrade contracts. Serving as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) or equivalent on assigned construction projects and/or consultant contracts. Working with project managers, consultants, stakeholders, and other organizational resources to determine risks and make recommendations through changes in scope of work, construction documents and proactive oversight utilizing risk mitigation planning and/or removal of these risks. Recommending improvements in design and efficiencies, reducing changes to the contract and enhancing operations.

The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at https://www.aoc.gov/careers. The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety and Empower (RISE).

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