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Engineering Technician, GS-0802-12 Direct Hire Authority (DHA) (85326)

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  • Position Title:
    • Engineering Technician
  • Pay Plan:
    • GS
  • Occupational Series:
    • 0802
  • Grade:
    • 12
  • Highest Grade:
    • 12
  • Hourly vs Salary:
    • Salary
  • Job Posting Open Date:
    • 11/13/2026
  • Job Posting Close Date:
    • 11/29/2026
  • Announcement Type:
    • Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)
  • Position Type:
    • Permanent
  • High Salary:
    • 116362
  • Low Salary :
    • 89508
  • USACE Organization :
    • South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Savannah District
  • HISTORICAL Locations (City, State):
    • Savannah, GA
  • Position Overview/Duties:

    • Performs cost estimating assignments from engineering sketches and rough quantities for dredging, beach re-nourishments, disposal areas, shore-based stabilization, pumping stations, and similar projects for economic comparisons in connection with design, and feasibility levels and other planning reports related to the District’s proposed Civil Works construction.

      Prepares Current Working Estimates and Independent Government Estimates for Civil Works and Military Construction Projects. Also prepares other estimates, such as budget estimates and construction contract modification estimates.

      Reviews cost data prepared by others for inconsistencies, extensions, errors, and omissions, and develops completed and final cost estimates. Reviews the cost engineering portions prepared by Architect/Engineer firms for accuracy and consistency with their portions of the design and in compliance with customer’s requirements. Consults with representatives or A/E firms regarding deficiencies and discrepancies and ensures their corrective actions. Makes suggestions to improve the quality and completeness of cost estimates. Prepares professional, concise, and technically accurate review comments.

      Provides work direction to other technicians. Advises others on technical problems. Trains new technicians and engineers.

  • Other Conditions and Requirements:

    • This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

      Specialized Experience Requirement:

      GS-12:

      One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. Experience performing technical cost estimating work for civil works, marine/dredging, or vertical/horizontal construction projects that include: preparing Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), Current Working Estimates (CWEs), or contract modification estimates using detailed quantity takeoffs and unit pricing (materials, labor, plant, and equipment); reviewing cost estimates prepared by Architect/Engineer (A/E) contractors or other estimators for technical accuracy and bid reasonableness; and collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve design and cost discrepancies.

      OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards — https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/engineering-technical-series-0802

      Other Requirements:

      • Must become a Certified Cost Engineering Technician (CCET) within 12 months of occupying this position.

      • Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 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.
      • A trial or probationary period may be required.
      • Direct deposit of pay is required.
      • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 20% of the time
      • Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
      • 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 is eligible for situational or regular and recurring telework.
  • 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.
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