Summary About the Position: This announcement is for a Construction Control Representative, GS-0809-05/6/7/8/9/10 or target 11, located in Joliet, IL. Position is being filled at the GS-0809-05/6/7/8/9/10 OR at the full performance grade level of GS-0809-11. Duties described reflect the full performance GS-0809-11 level. Responsibilities Perform, monitor, inspect, and investigate all construction phases. Prepare reports pertaining to construction project progress, payments, modifications, materials, and/or delays in construction. Communication with the public regarding construction projects. Make on-the-spot decisions and commitments to avoid delays in construction. Monitor and control contractor construction projects at a variety of locations. Coordinate work with contractors' personnel and representatives of the using agency to assure the timely and satisfactory accomplishment of contracts. Comply with plans, specifications, shop drawings, and contracts. Identify actual or potential problems and determine the necessity for changes or remedial action. Review, advise on, and evaluate contractors' quality assurance. Inspect material and/or equipment received at construction site. Observe all construction phases to ensure compliance with contract schedules, specifications, and/or shop drawings. Inspect work areas, method of performance, etc., for safe practices. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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. To qualify for the GS-05 level: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes basic knowledge of project plan suitability, assists with the investigation of construction phases for compliance with schedules, and assists with preparing construction progress reports. OR Education: Completed a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree in a major study in the appropriate field of study such as engineering, construction, or industrial technology; OR that included 24 hours in a combination of courses such as drafting, surveying, mathematics, physical science, industrial technology, industrial arts, or technical subjects pertinent to construction; or engineering technician work such as electricity, material testing, or engineering mechanics. To qualify for the GS-06 level: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes performing project planning suitability, assists with investigation of construction phases for compliance with schedules and preparing construction progress reports. OR Education: Successfully completed a half year (i.e., 9 semester hours) of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as engineering, construction, or industrial technology. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Combination of Experience and Education: Specialized experience as described above, but less than one year; and some graduate level education as described above, but less than the required half year. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of graduate education by 9. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.). (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) To qualify for the GS-07 level: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes assisting with advising contractors on project plan suitability, assisting with the investigation of construction phases for compliance with schedules, and preparing construction progress reports. OR Education: Successfully completed one full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as engineering, construction, or industrial technology. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Combination of Experience and Education: Specialized experience as described above, but less than one year; and some graduate level education as described above, but less than the required one year. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of graduate education by 18. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.). (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) To qualify for the GS-08 level: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes advising contractors on project plan suitability, performing the investigation of construction phases for compliance with schedules, and preparing construction progress reports. OR Education: Successfully completed one and a half years (27 semester hours) of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree such as engineering, construction, or industrial technology. (NOTE: You must attach a copy of your transcripts for verification) OR Combination of Experience and Education: Specialized experience as described above, but less than one year; and more than one year but less than the required education as described above. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of graduate education above 1 year (18 semester hours) by 9. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) To qualify for the GS-09 level: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes preparing or interpreting construction project plans, drawings, and/or specifications; and assisting with the preparation or review of contract documentation. OR Education: Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as engineering, construction, or industrial technology. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Combination of Experience and Education: Specialized experience as described above, but less than one year; and at least one year of graduate education as described above, but less than the required two years. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of graduate education beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.). (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) To qualify for the GS-10 level: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience interpreting construction project plans, drawings, and/or specifications; performing quality control procedures; and reviewing contract documentation. OR Education: Successfully completed two and a half years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as engineering, construction, or industrial technology.(Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Combination of Experience and Education: Specialized experience as described above, but less than one year; and at least two and a half years of graduate education as described above, but less than the required three years. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of graduate education beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.). (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) Education To qualify for the GS-11 level: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes overseeing the various phases of construction to ensure compliance (such as contract schedules, specifications, and shop drawings); inspecting materials, equipment, and/or work areas for conformance/safe practices; and providing technical assistance on the review of project plans. OR Education: Successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as engineering, construction, or industrial technology.(Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) OR Combination of Experience and Education: Specialized experience as described above, but less than one year; and at least two years of graduate education as described above, but less than the required three years. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of graduate education beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.). (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) 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/ You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Building and Construction Contract Management Quality Assurance 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. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. 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 an Engineers and Scientists 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.htm 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. If you are a current federal employee duty located 50 miles or more outside of the area for this recruitment, you "may" be considered for a relocation incentive. This incentive option is not applicable to new to federal government employees. If you are a current federal employee who has received (and can provide a copy) of a job offer outside of federal service and plan to separate from federal service, you "may" be considered for a retention incentive. This incentive option is not applicable to new to federal government employees. you are new to federal service and meet the criteria, you "may" be considered for a recruitment incentive. This incentive option is not applicable to current federal employee This position is being filled under The Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) in accordance with National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Sec 1109