Summary

Veteran's preferences does not apply to DHA recruitment Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for more information. The primary purpose of this position is: Serves as a Civil Engineering Project Manager that applies basic practical Civil Engineering knowledge to selected non-complex construction projects or portions of projects that include design, cost estimating, construction management of assigned projects.

Duties

['Develops plans and specifications of a Civil nature to include drawings and/or sketches, cost estimates, and assembles proposal packages of related projects for new construction, renovations, alterations, maintenance and/or repair of various base facilities Technical expert in most aspects of civil applications associated with construction projects. Performs work in the construction management, design, and/or operations and maintenance (O&M) functions. Keeps abreast of emerging technologies to ensure programmed development will not prematurely become obsolete. Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. Provides technical assistance to other engineering technicians.']

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url="Group-Standards" BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: This series covers technical positions supervising, leading, or performing work involving applying a practical knowledge of the: Methods and techniques of engineering or architecture; and Construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems, processes, structures, machinery, devices, and materials. Specialized Experience (for positions at GS-4 or equivalent and above): Examples of qualifying specialized experience include 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: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-08 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience in basic advanced Civil Engineering knowledge to selected non-complex and complex construction projects or portions of projects that include design, cost estimating and construction management of assigned projects. Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate has infrastructure experience of civil-type work, project management experience, and inspection experience. 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: A broad, in-depth practical knowledge of methods and techniques of engineering or architecture relating to Civil Engineering that involve a considerable number of different basic but established methods, procedures, and techniques and familiarity with other disciplines. Basic knowledge of civil engineering practices primarily in regards to structural and architectural phases of construction. Basic knowledge of civil and construction standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials and equipment. Practical knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders. Ability to utilize precedent or but not make significant departures from previous approaches to similar projects to provide for the specialized requirements of some projects. Ability to plan, conduct, and record site/facility surveys and inspections. 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.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Other information

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection This job announcement may close at any time - apply now! This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-9 to GS-11. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.