This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel within the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as Construction Area Engineer, Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO), and Authorized Representative of the Contracting Officer on all construction work, public relations and flood fighting activities under the jurisdiction of the assigned Area Office.

Duties

Oversees construction for a variety of contracts at various locations within the two-state area (Missouri and Illinois). Oversees and directs the work of construction quality assurance and contract administration activities to assigned construction projects involving a large variety of structures and facilities. Typical projects include: major flood protection and rehabilitation projects, navigation projects and rehabilitation, operation/maintenance and recreation projects, asbestos and HTRW clean-up projects, and environmental management projects. Supervises a team of Engineers, Quality Assurance Reps, and Civil Techs. Ensures that contract work, materials, etc. are in strict compliance with plans, drawings and specifications. Makes decisions concerning interpretation of specifications, payments to contractor, and approval drawings. Outlines and explains corrective action required where deficiencies are noted. Makes recommendations for resolution when necessary. Compiles construction reports, finding of fact, verification of contractors' contract proposals, detailed inspection reports, etc. Maintains close contact with contractors to discuss project plans, drawings, specifications, proposed construction methods and schedules, equipment, and safety requirements. Recommends acceptability of contractors' overall construction procedures and schedules to supervisor and/or outlines actions required.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must possess a Professional Engineering (PE) license or Registered Architect License (RA) upon entry, in accordance with ER 690-1-1212, dated 31 March 2004.
• This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
• This is an Army Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Workforce position. Selectee must meet position requirements for Contracting Professional Certification within 36 months of entrance on duty.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens 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 Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for Engineering Positions: Civil Engineer, General Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer Minimum Qualifications for Architect In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Minimum Qualifications GS-13: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes providing technical oversight on construction projects, interpreting plans and specifications, inspection of construction operations, providing technical review of construction submittals, and making decisions of a contractual or technical nature; and supervision, leadership, or working with and/or directing teams. 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 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 RG-W2R903 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-ST LOUIS DO NOT MAIL St. Louis, MO 63103 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk