Project Manager, GS-0301-13, (43311)
- WELCOME!Please see the description below of an internal job opportunity with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). This opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY.This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with non-competitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP, except for Deployment Opportunities.
It is not mandatory for hiring officials to use VIOP in order to fill a vacancy non-competitively within USACE. Utilization of VIOP is subject to compliance with all applicable statutes, regulations, policies, and negotiated agreements.Please carefully review the information and click the "Apply" button below if you would like to apply and be considered for this position. - Job Posting Open Date:
- 03/31/2026
- Job Posting Close Date:
- 04/09/2026
- Announcement Type:
- TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)
- Position Type:
- Permanent
- Position Title:
- Project Manager
- Pay Plan:
- GS
- Occupational Series:
- 0301 - Miscellaneous Administration & Program (0301)
- Grade:
- 13
- USACE Organization :
- North Atlantic Division (NAD) - Europe District
- Locations (City, State):
- Wiesbaden, Germany
- Position Overview/Duties:
This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY
This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for non-competitive placements; to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not-to-exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions of longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.
This is a announcement for a permanent reassignment to an internal position in the North Atlantic Division, Europe District, PPMD:
Vacancies: 2
Who May Apply: This position is only open to current, permanent USACE employees with time-in-grade eligibility at the GS-13 level within one of the following Occupational Series: 0301
Open Date: 31 March 2026
Closing Date: 09 April 2026
Anticipated Start Date: This assignment will begin on/about pay periods beginning in the 3rd Quarter of FY26.
Overseas Duty Location: Europe District Headquarters located in Wiesbaden, Germany OR Europe District Headquarters located in McCully Barracks, Germany.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Europe District’s headquarters is part of the U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden community, situated on the northern bank of Germany’s Rhine River and an ideal location for exploring the area’s mountains, beaches, festivals, ancient cities, shopping and amazing museums within the local area.
The majority of Europe District personnel have access to a wide range of benefits in place to ensure a high quality of life for our employees and their families while living and serving overseas, including: 21st Century DoDEA preK-12 schools, on-base Commissary & AAFES privileges, a Living Quarters Allowance to cover your housing & utilities and much more.
Interested candidates should provide their resume in the USACE Talent Management Portal (TMP) and be prepared to provide current SF-50 upon request.
This is a non-supervisory position supporting the District's vital mission.
This position serves as a Senior Project Manager for the USACE Europe District, Special Programs Integration Office, planning and overseeing execution of design and construction projects during lifecycle phases of development, from feasibility planning and design to implementation or construction completion. Projects include Foreign Military Sales (FMS), Military Construction (MILCON), and Operation and Maintenance (O&M).
PM roles are essential to our mission, supporting the Polish Provided Infrastructure (PPI) Program and other U.S. funded construction in Poland. Poland is the largest buyer of U.S. Defense goods and services in the world. The Europe District supports the delivery of engineering and construction services to the PPI program, the cornerstone of the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement between the United States and Poland. The program is a multi-year, multi-billion-dollar initiative. PPI enables the expansion of U.S. military infrastructure on Polish soil, funded by the Polish government and built to U.S. standards. Strategically, the program strengthens NATO’s eastern flank by positioning Poland as a critical logistics and operational hub for U.S. and allied forces. This investment enhances interoperability, readiness, and rapid response capabilities across Europe, reinforcing collective defense and deterring potential aggression in the region.
As a PM, you would oversee a diverse and high-impact portfolio of projects supporting U.S. and allied military operations. You’ll be responsible for multilateral coordination with stakeholders across the Department of Defense, NATO, and Polish partners, ensuring successful delivery of projects that directly support regional security and operational readiness.
If you want to be part of delivering security to Poland, Europe, and NATO allies, we welcome your application for consideration!
Duties include:
- Establishing all aspects of life cycle project development to assure the execution of project planning, scope, design, construction, and direction of important FMS, MILCON and O&M projects.
- Serving as the Life-Cycle Project Manager with sponsors/customers/stakeholders, reconciling concerns, assuring that all participating parties are informed of project progress, issues, and impacts.
- Providing formal and informal status reports to district leadership, program managers, and stakeholders regarding the assigned project's progress, issues, and trends.
- Reviewing and analyzing cost/budget reports to assure charges are authorized and appropriate.
- Ensuring timely receipt of additional funds in support of changes.
- Preparing a Project Management Plan to include a project-specific budget and expenditure schedule. Control project milestones and budgets from planning through construction and initial operations.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- Other Conditions and Requirements:
- Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
- All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
- Direct deposit of pay is required.
- This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 United States or its possessions to operate motor vehicles.
- This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of up to 25% of the time.
- This position may be eligible for situational telework.
- One-year trial/probationary period may be required.
- Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
- This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a SECRET security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
This is an overseas position:
- Overseas positions may have a tour limitation.
- You may be required to complete and sign DD Form 2365.
- Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program requirements as outlined in the DoD Instruction 1315.19.
- Must be able to satisfy the requirements of the 26 JUL12 DODI 1400.25 V1230, DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee Return Rights.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license and USAREUR driver's license.
- Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a valid US Tourist and Official passport for the duration of employment.
- Life/Work Balance:
- Life/Work Flexibilities Determined by Specific Position
- Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements:
- GS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor:
- To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).
- Reasonable Accommodation:
- Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.