Security ClearanceNot Required
Duties
Executes a wide range of real property maintenance, repair, and construction projects, independently exercising practical knowledge of several engineering disciplines and devising creative non-routine solutions to complex technical problems Provides technical expertise to the contracting officer/offices in the evaluation of the contract proposals during the solicitation stage and during the negotiation/execution of each project task order contract. Inspects construction in relation to task orders at all stages and certifies actual versus scheduled progress, technical correctness of construction work, and adherence to government specifications. Completes and maintains facility project folders during all phases of development, design, and construction Prepare briefings, attends meetings concerning construction progress and attends engineering conferences
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. Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Technical and Medical Support Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Technical work in: drafting, surveying construction estimating, physical science, mathematics, aerospace, architecture, chemicals, electrical or mechanical systems, mining, petroleum, or nuclear systems. Experience in a trade or craft may be credited as specialized experience when the work provided intensive knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, methods, and precedents. Examples are trade positions with substantial developmental, test, or design responsibilities such as: Planner and estimator who analyzed designs for production purposes. Instrument maker or model maker who performed design or development work on devices fabricated. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS: One (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience must include comprehensive understanding and knowledge of architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical concepts, principles, and practices and familiarity with other engineering disciplines, Activities include, but not limited to, the knowledge of engineering and construction practices sufficient to design projects and prepare specifications in compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations. Designs encompass a wide range of projects consisting of renovating existing facilities through complex non-conventional design of new facilities such as laboratories, test and evaluation facilities and physically secure buildings. Knowledge of construction cost estimating with experience in completing detailed cost estimates using unit price methodology that determines adequacy of construction methods, cost, equipment, materials, overhead, and burden for job phasing. Knowledge to analyze and evaluate design precedents and adapt these to complex design problems or develop innovative techniques to solve design problems while meeting construction requirements and cost effectiveness. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-10, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include comprehensive understanding and knowledge of architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical concepts, principles, and practices and familiarity with other engineering disciplines, Activities include, but not limited to, the knowledge of engineering and construction practices sufficient to design projects and prepare specifications in compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations. Designs encompass a wide range of projects consisting of renovating existing facilities through complex non-conventional design of new facilities such as laboratories, test and evaluation facilities and physically secure buildings. Knowledge of construction cost estimating with experience in completing detailed cost estimates using unit price methodology that determines adequacy of construction methods, cost, equipment, materials, overhead, and burden for job phasing. Knowledge to analyze and evaluate design precedents and adapt these to complex design problems or develop innovative techniques to solve design problems while meeting construction requirements and cost effectiveness. 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-10 level for EXTERNAL APPLICANTS and one year at the GS-09 level for INTERNAL APPLICANTS is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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: Knowledge of architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering concepts and practices sufficient to design and determine adequacy of construction methods, cost, equipment, materials, and quality of workmanship. Ability to independently and accurately evaluate design/construction proposals and interpret engineering standards/building codes. Knowledge of engineering documentation requirements sufficient to prepare audible records. Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures as they apply to construction management. Knowledge of automated data processing concepts, systems capabilities, and economic usage to effectively accomplish assigned functions. Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely an economical solution. Ability to plan and organize work and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and architects. Ability to communicate and articulate, verbally and in writing, information to high-level officials in a professional and responsible manner. 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 transcripts with 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.
Other Information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.