Summary

About the Position: This position is with the St Paul District, Engineering and Construction Division. The St. Paul District plans, designs, builds, and operates water resource projects to benefit the people of Minnesota, western Wisconsin, northeastern North Dakota, portions of South Dakota and Iowa, and the nation. We are responsible for supporting inland navigation, helping communities reduce damages caused by flooding, environmental restoration, and emergency response to disasters.

Duties

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• In this position, then incumbent may be assigned duties to serve as Administrative Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer's Representative, and Construction Technical Lead on assigned construction projects.
• Serves in Construction Contract Administration Subject Matter Expert role with Administrative Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer's Representative duties as assigned.
• Manages and directs the performance of Branch activities that involve office engineering and quality assurance work for the Construction Branch.
• Participate/presents as needed in conferences with representatives of higher authority, contractors, resident engineers, area engineers, officials of the Construction Branch, Engineering and Construction Division, and other segments of the District.
• Investigates controversial situations with contractor that have or are expected to lead to a formal claim(s) by the contractor; and, that have contributed to contract changes, labor strikes, unfavorable weather, unforeseen working conditions, etc.
• Coordinates with officials of the Engineering and Construction Division to work out desired changes after a determination that changes should be initiated in plans and/or specifications.
• Oversees and/or performs contract administration phases of processing change orders.
• Provides quality control by serving on District Quality Control (DQC) and Agency Technical Review Teams on complex projects.
• Visits construction projects and confers with resident and area engineers, contractors, local interests, suppliers, to keep informed of progress of work, and the accuracy of construction to ensure compliance with contract plans and specifications.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
• Relocation/PCS MAY BE authorized.
• Recruitment/Relocation/Retention Incentive MAY BE authorized.
• See other requirements below.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

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.

Basic Requirement for General Engineer 0801, Civil Engineer 0810, Environmental Engineer 0819, Mechanical Engineer 0830, and Electrical Engineer 0850 Series:

For basic qualifications, please refer to the opm link for All professional Engineering, 0801, 0810, 0819,0830, and 0850 series.

Basic Requirement for Architect 0808 Series:

For basic qualifications, please refer to the opm link for All professional Architect, 0808 series.

Basic Requirement for Geologist 1350 Series:

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In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

GS-13

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting all of the following: 1) Provide technical review of plans, specifications, and contractor submittals for large, complex civil works or military construction projects; 2) Manage all phases of construction projects, including planning, coordination, resource management, and/or risk mitigation; and 3) Communicate information and project requirements effectively to senior leadership, project teams, and/or external stakeholders. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).

"Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience aloneno substitution of education for experience is permitted".

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

• 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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• This position requires you to submit 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 Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• This is a Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• 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.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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