Construction Control Representative, GS-0809-09/10/11 (47360)

Pasco, WA, Umatilla, OR, Walla Walla, WANorthwestern Division (NWD) - Walla Walla District47360
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Announcement Type

TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

Northwestern Division (NWD) - Walla Walla District

Locations (City, State)

Pasco, WA

Umatilla, OR

Walla Walla, WA

Position Overview/Duties

Position Overview

Engineering and Construction Division; Construction Branch

The Walla Walla District US Army Corps of Engineers helps manage local water resources for navigation, flood damage reduction, disaster assistance, hydroelectric power generation, and other natural and heritage areas.

Duties

  • Serve as Construction Representative in charge of construction activities.
  • Responsible for supervision of project personnel engaged in inspection construction work on a wide variety of construction activities.
  • Plan inspection work and incidental functions in connection with construction work being performed by contractors.
  • Ensure that all work conforms to the plans and specifications and in accordance with policy requirements.
  • Maintain continuous contact with contractor's representatives to coordinate plans, efforts, and objectives.
  • Make on-the-spot decisions and commitments to avoid delays in construction with respect to minor changes in design, minor deviations from schedule, substitution of materials, and resolution of disputes over the acceptability of work.
  • Recommend to supervisor approval or disapproval of major changes in plans, specifications, and construction schedules.
  • Provide surveillance to effect compliance with safety provisions of the contract and Corps of Engineers' "Safety Requirements".
  • Monitor the Contractor Quality Control Program.

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.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • 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 possessions to operate vehicles.
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% of the time.

QUALIFICATIONS

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum Experience Requirement:

GS-09 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience in one (1) or more of the following: (1) assisting in enforcing construction plans and specifications; (2) assisting in providing field measurements, computations and first-hand information of site conditions; (3) documenting daily construction activities; (4) assisting in preparing pay estimates for contractor work; (5) enforcing industry and safety standards, and (6) reviewing and monitoring construction schedules for contract compliance.. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08 or above). (At least one must be well documented in your resume).

GS-10 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience in two (2) or more of the following: (1) assisting in enforcing construction plans and specifications; (2) assisting in providing field measurements, computations and first-hand information of site conditions; (3) documenting daily construction activities; (4) assisting in preparing pay estimates for contractor work; (5) enforcing industry and safety standards, and (6) reviewing and monitoring construction schedules for contract compliance. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09 or above). (At least two must be well documented in your resume).

GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which experience in three (3) or more of the following: (1) enforcing construction plans and specifications; (2) providing field measurements, computations and first-hand information of site conditions; (3) documenting daily construction activities; (4) preparing pay estimates for contractor work; (5) enforcing industry and safety standards, and (6) reviewing and monitoring construction schedules for contract compliance. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10 or above). (At least three must be well documented in your resume).

Physical Effort: The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces; recurring lifting of light to moderately heavy items weighing less than 50 pounds such as testing or measuring equipment; and regular visits to construction sites.

Working Conditions: The work is carried out at construction sites, including exposure to various weather conditions. There is regular exposure to dust, odors, and exhaust fumes. The employee must wear protective clothing such as hard hats, etc.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (PST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (PST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
  • All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • A trial or probationary period may be required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement/requisition.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Salary Range: $61,111 - $96,116
  • Management may select at any of the grade levels announced.
  • Non-competitive promotion potential to the target grade.
  • Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government. Subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations.
  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ (https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/) for more information.
  • This position is eligible for situational telework.
  • This position is covered under the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) Bargaining Unit.

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).

Qualifications

Candidates will be evaluated IAW OPM Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

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.