Construction Control Representative, GS-0809-12 (39378)

The Wilmington District is seeking talented candidates for Construction Control Representative. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) mission at Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point (MOTSU) is to design, construct, operate, and maintain the terminal’s infrastructure and port facilities to support the Department of Defense’s global ammunition and military cargo logistics.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement for a Construction Control Reps, GS-0809-12, in the South Atlantic Division, Wilmington District, Construction Division, Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point (MOTSU)

Position Title: Construction Control Representative

Open Period: 7 - 21 October 2026

Duty Location: Southport, NC

Duties:

• Construction projects include, but not limited to, multi-million dollar water control and flood protection projects.
• Review and recommend amendments or revisions of proposed contract plans and specifications to insure conformity with overall project requirements and local field conditions.
• Inspect construction materials and all phases of work in progress.
• Read and understand contract plans and specifications to enforce compliance with contractor's representatives.
• Reject non-conforming safety, workmanship and materials.
• Inspect equipment operations, work premises and practices for conformance with safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Recommend contract modifications to address unforeseen conditions, correct design deficiencies or improve construction.
• Collect and prepare material test samples for shipment or delivery.
• Maintain effective working relationships with the contractor, the local sponsor, and representatives of other organizations.
• Prepare, review, and submit daily inspection and construction progress reports.

Other Essential Information:

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.

OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards — GS-0809 Series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/construction-control-technical-series-0809/

Specialized Experience:

A minimum of one year of specialized experience which includes: reading and understanding plans and specifications; inspecting materials and workmanship to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with contractual requirements; reviewing contractor-submitted documents for accuracy and adequacy; inspecting construction to assess quality control of Contractors; providing input to project engineers toward solutions or courses of action required based upon thorough knowledge of contract specifications, common trade practices, and observations made at project sites; furnishing field information for construction progress and feeder information for other reports; experience with earthwork and concrete work such as: planning, scheduling and timing of long-range and day-to-day construction and phases thereof, such as preparation of site and foundations; erection of concrete forms; mixing, placing and curing of reinforced concrete; and installation of mechanical and electrical equipment. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in in the federal service (GS-11).

Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).

Other Requirements:

• 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 25% of the time.
• Multiple positions may be filled by this announcement.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget). Before the payment of a Relocation Incentive, an employee must provide residence documentation and maintain a residence in the new geographic location for the duration of the service agreement.
• 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 that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or its possessions to operate vehicles.
• Position requires the incumbent to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• This position requires Contracting Officer Representative (COR) certification within one (1) year of employment.

About the Duty Location:
The Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point (MOTSU), sits where the Cape Fear River meets the Atlantic Ocean, and is one of the largest military terminals in the world. Located in the historical waterfront town of Southport, NC, this charming maritime community was established in 1745 around Fort Johnston.