Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as Project Engineer and Authorized Representative of the Contracting Officer with responsibility for monitoring construction operations on assigned projects for an Area or Resident Office. Responsibilities A thorough knowledge of engineering and/or architectural theory and practices and the making of engineering determinations concerning the various features of the work. Responsible for the surveillance of assigned construction projects involving military and/or civil construction activities through a quality assurance inspection team. Serve as technical lead for contract administration, quality assurance, and surveillance of construction within an Area or Resident Office. Assist the Resident Engineer in interpreting intent of plans and specifications, conferring with contractor to resolve differences of opinion. Prepare modification documents which involves design changes, differing site conditions, variations in quantity estimates, changes in specifications and drawings, etc., resulting from deficiencies encountered during the construction phase. Review and analyzes plans and specifications, drawings, designs, site conditions, and proposed construction schedules to determine and recommend action necessary to correct deficiencies through modification of the contract. Develop modification estimates and/or reviews those prepared by others to determine what adjustments should be made, based on extenuating circumstances revealed during discussions with inspection personnel. Prepares cost estimates in connection with approved claims. Participate in design and planning review conferences with designers or A-E's and construction contractors, or other interested parties, to discuss construction aspects and problems. Supports the source selection process. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the 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 Education Requirement: ENGINEERING (0810, 0830, 0819, 0850): https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf ARCHITECT (0808): https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/architecture-series-0808/ GEOLOGIST (1350): https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/geology-series-1350/ In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: GS-11 Specialized Experience (Engineer/Architect/Geologist): One year of specialized experience which includes a broad professional knowledge of architectural, civil, mechanical or electrical engineering concepts, principles and practices and/or applying knowledge of the theory and application of the principles of geology and closely related sciences, e.g., geophysics, geochemistry, or hydrology. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: 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 do the work of the position. GS-12 Specialized Experience (Engineer/Architect/Geology): One year of specialized experience which includes a thorough knowledge of engineering and/or architectural theory and practices and the making of engineering determinations concerning the various features of Military and/or Civilian Construction activities, Power Generation including Hydro-power, Quality Assurance, Contract Administration, Cost/Modification Estimates and Construction Planning/Scheduling and/or applying knowledge of the theory and application of the principles of geology and closely related sciences, e.g., geophysics, geochemistry, or hydrology and/or applying knowledge of the theory and application of the principles of geology and closely related sciences, e.g., geophysics, geochemistry, or hydrology. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. At the GS-12, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. This is a developmental position. The duties of this position lead to the full performance level of GS-12. Incumbent may be appointed to either the GS-11 or GS-12 (depending on qualifications). If selected at the GS-11, the incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the next higher grade in succession up to target level of the position upon meeting all regulatory requirements; certification by the supervisor of successful performance; completion of all training requirements; and the availability of work at the next higher grade level. Promotion is not automatic 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. 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 Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is .Career Field (18) - Engineers & Scientists 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. Recruitment Incentive may be authorized. Relocation Incentive may be authorized. Student Loan Repayment Incentive may be authorized. Advanced Leave Accrual Incentive may be authorized. Advanced In-Hire Incentive may be authorized.