The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a construction representative with responsibility for monitoring and controlling the construction operations of large and complex projects involving specialized electrical systems, complex mechanical systems, and/or unique structural requirements for base facilities and associated utility distribution systems. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

Plans acquisitions for standard, specialized, or privatized services and commodities where specifications are standardized within established competitive markets, and where price competition exist. Maintains surveillance over civil engineer contracts. Ensures that contract Performance Work Statement, technical exhibits and drawings, comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet customer needs. Recognizes and determines valid workload changes and expanded requirements brought about by changes in mission, procedures or operations; and conducts special projects/initiatives. Assists higher graded engineers and technicians in the performance of technical engineering on civil and military engineering design projects involving buildings, structures, or performs technical engineering duties for a portion of a large project.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug (CONTINUED)
• testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• May be required to assist other workers in various crafts.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions, Engineering Technical Series 0802. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes practical knowledge of a wide range of technical engineering methods, principles, requirements, work techniques, and practices relating to construction; and skill in applying standardized, analytical, and evaluative methods and techniques sufficient to advise on and/or resolve difficult but well-precedented, factual, procedural, and/or recurring issues; Knowledge of construction techniques sufficient to develop SOWs or PWS interpret and explain contract specifications and requirements, and assist contractors in meeting them; Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural aspects of major construction projects, their installation, operation, and functional requirements sufficient to determine coordination required to ensure all design considerations have been addressed. OR EDUCATION: I have two full years of graduate education or a master's degree. (Note: Degree must be directly related to the position being filled. You must submit a copy of your transcripts to verify education). FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Technical knowledge in contracting methods, contract types for contract actions, and service contract principles, methods, techniques, practices, rules, regulations, reporting, and documentation requirements in order to monitor and evaluate contractor performance and compliance with SOW or PWS standard trade practices. Knowledge of safety requirements, methods, practices, techniques, materials, and equipment to determine compliance with DoD and AF directives, federal, state, and local codes and environmental regulations. Ability to plan, organize, review, and develop scope of work and develop government cost estimates while coordinating with other civil engineer disciplines and base contracting. Skill in interpreting schematics, technical manuals, manufacturer's manuals, and standard industry practices in order to recognize acceptable trade practices and determine quality of work produced. Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing and knowledge of report writing techniques to present information clearly. Ability to interpret building plans and blueprints. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Shaw AFB 504 Shaw Drive Shaw AFB, SC 29152 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]