Job Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. 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.

Job Description

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, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-0809, Construction Control Technical Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Experience that demonstrated the ability to apply the principles of one or more specialty areas Engineering aid or technician or surveying technician performing work directly related to construction. Construction inspector or construction representative responsible for interpreting plans and specifications, inspecting materials and workmanship, and insuring adherence to safety requirements. Supervisor of craftsperson, equipment operators, or mechanics engaged in construction work, provided that the experience involved responsibility for interpreting plans and specifications and inspecting workmanship for adherence to such plans and specifications. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: 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, interpret and explain contract specifications and requirements, and assist contractors in meeting them; knowledge of electrical, mechanical, 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; knowledge of engineering and architectural plans and specifications sufficient to read and interpret construction requirements; knowledge of materials, workmanship, and construction work along with the installation of various systems to confirm construction requirements are being met; knowledge of unique and specially designed precision testing instruments and one-of-a-kind construction equipment developed to check elevations, etc., as necessary for compliance with construction documents; knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry sufficient to compute construction costs; knowledge of safety practices in the construction industry; knowledge of computer based software programs to create and maintain records and reports regarding construction. OR EDUCATION: Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree meets the requirements for GS-9. NOTE: You must submit a copy of college transcripts with your application. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience are also qualifying. If education is used to meet specialized experience requirements, then such education must include courses directly related to the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of college transcripts with your application. 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: 1. Practical knowledge of the methods and techniques of engineering principles relating to construction practices and techniques. 2. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of construction projects. 3. Knowledge of inspection and safety practices and procedures in the construction industry. 4. Knowledge of engineering and architectural plans and specification to read and interpret construction requirements. 5. Ability to apply mathematical formulas to compute construction costs, negotiate changes to contracts, and use computer-based programs to record and maintain information involving these activities. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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.