This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Duties

Performs duties pertaining to the Construction program, including contact administration, negotiation of modifications, review of shop drawings, contract plans and specifications, and study and resolution of field problems. Makes field investigations of assigned projects and collects data for contemplated changes in design of structures. Furnishes data to personnel in the Engineering Division. Maintains surveillance over assigned phases of projects to detect potential problems, unforeseen conditions which may warrant change orders, changes in design or become the basis for future claims against the Government. Makes field inspection of the work under construction and also makes final inspection of facilities upon their completion. Checks materials and workmanship to assure compliance with contract specifications and guide specifications. Examines materials submitted by contractor for approval. Investigates to determine whether substitute material is equal to or better than that specified, whether it will produce the desired end product. Confers with contractor regarding procedures to be followed, methods of construction, progress schedules, labor difficulties, and resolves contractor-Government differences as required. Maintains a written record of progress made by contractor. Reviews contractors quality control reports, and makes recommendations for improvements and adequacy of the reports.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Pre-employment physical/exam and subsequent medical surveillance exams required.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• Relocation/PCS MAY BE authorized.
• Recruitment/Relocation/Retention Incentive MAY BE authorized.
• See other requirements below.

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. GS-9 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting all of the following: 1) Conduct construction project site visit inspections; 2) inspect quality of construction work and/or identify problems or deficiencies in the work; and 3) write construction project inspection reports. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). GS-10 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting all of the following: 1) investigate the need for contract change orders; 2) record modifications to contract specifications; and 3) provide technical assistance on the review of project plans. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes meeting all of the following: 1)interpret plans and/or specifications; 2) inspect materials to ensure quality, safety, and/or compliance with contractual requirements; and 3) review contractor submitted documents for accuracy and adequacy. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10). "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 alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted".

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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address GG-APF-W2R906 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, ST PAUL DO NOT MAIL St. Paul, MN 55101 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk