Job Summary

The primary purpose of this position is: To design and develop individual task orders of a complex and conventional nature for contract construction, provide technical expertise to the contracting officer during negotiations of the task orders, and perform construction management of those task orders once negotiated Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

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. 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.