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General Engineer/Architect (Project Manager)

Architect of the Capitol
Architect of the Capitol Salary
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026
Duties

Summary

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Security Officer (OCSO), Assistant Director, Security Infrastructure Division. The Project Manager serves as a General Engineer Architect providing expertise, coordination, direction and oversight of major technical design and construction projects. Coordinates the work of project managers assigned to related projects. The duration of projects is typically five years or more.

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 For Engineers: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/general-engineering-series-0801/ For Architects: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/architecture-series-0808/ --AND-- In addition to meeting the basic education requirement for an Engineer or Architect, you resume must clearly demonstrate the required specialized experience as described below. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, an applicant's one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for successful job performance. To qualify at the GS-13 level, your resume must clearly demonstrate that you have one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to at least the GS-13 level in the federal service. Examples of qualifying experience include the following types of tasks performed on a regular and recurring basis: Assisting Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) with duties not limited contract administration, interpretating requirements, and contractor performance. Providing technical recommendations/solutions to architectural/engineering problems encountered during construction projects; and Assisting with infrastructure project planning and management. *Professional registration as a planner American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Architect, Landscape Architect or Licensed (PE) engineer and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accredited professional is highly desired but recommended.*

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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