Engineering Technician, GS-0802-12, Reassignment (90906)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Vicenza; Remoto; EUR 63.000 - 83.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A federal engineering agency is looking for an Office Engineer in Vicenza, Italy. The role involves contract modifications, administration duties, and requires technical expertise in engineering methods. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and hold a valid Driver's License. This position offers opportunities for relocation and may include telework options.

Servizi

Wide range of benefits

Living Quarters Allowance

DoDEA preK-12 schools

Competenze

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
• Must maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Must be able to obtain a no-fee passport.

Mansioni

• Handle contract modifications and administration duties.
• Review plans and specifications for completeness.
• Advise on field changes and negotiate with contractors.

Conoscenze

Contract modification negotiation

Contract administration

Engineering methods knowledge

Construction methods understanding

Formazione

Valid state Driver's License

Descrizione del lavoro

Position Overview/Duties

This is a JOBtoberfest announcement for reassignment to an internal position in the North Atlantic Division, Europe District, Construction Division. This position is open to current permanent USACE employees, with time-in-service requirements, at the GS-0802-12 level. Vacancies: 3. Open Date: 26 September 2025. Closing Date: 14 October 2025. Anticipated Start Date: on/about pay periods beginning in the 2nd Quarter of FY26. Overseas Duty Location: Grafenwoehr, Germany OR Vicenza, Italy. Interested candidates should provide their resume in the USACE Talent Management Portal (TMP) and be prepared to provide current SF-50 upon request.

Position Summary: The Office Engineer is responsible for handling contract modifications and contract administration duties. Reviews plans and specifications, change orders, contract modification, findings of fact, claims, transfer documents, etc., to determine feasibility and adaptability, conformance to contract requirements, preparing and/or processing periodic construction progress reports, and other construction engineering considerations. Work performance requires technical skills and a broad knowledge of: (a) engineering methods, techniques, and disciplines; (b) construction methods, techniques, materials, equipment, costs, and safety practices; and (c) contractor quality control and quality assurance requirements.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews plans and specifications to include special conditions to become thoroughly familiar with the work, uncover ambiguities or omissions, and conflicting or inadequate instructions to facilitate contract administration or minimize the need for subsequent modifications.
• Advises the supervisor concerning field changes, contract modifications and/or construction problems which may result in contract changes or modifications.
• Conducts negotiations with contractors on large or unique modification work to establish equitable prices and realistic time allowance for modified and/or additional work.
• Work involves research of job records to include correspondence, shop drawings or approved materials, inspector's logs, correspondence with sponsoring agency and pre-award negotiations records, and payment records.
• Follows up with District Headquarters or Host Nation representatives on projects that fall behind schedule, and expedites resolution of conflicts or other problem and facilities contract awards.
• Assembles engineering and fiscal data in support of requests to higher authority for special funds, additional funds, and reallocation of present funds.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned to support related organizational initiatives.

Additional locations may include: Luxembourg, Norway, Romania, and Bulgaria

Other Conditions and Requirements

The majority of Europe District personnel have access to a wide range of benefits in place to ensure 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 housing & utilities and much more.

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.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program requirements as outlined in the DoD Instruction 1315.19.
• This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain and maintain a no-fee passport and associated visa while assigned to a Federal civilian position in an area requiring a passport and associated visa, if authorized.

Overseas Position

• Overseas positions may have a tour limitation.
• You must be able to satisfy the requirements of the 26 JUL 12 DODI 1400.25 V1230, DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee Return Rights.
• You must complete and sign DD Form 2365, FEB.
• 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 may be eligible for situational telework.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

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 at https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants.

Qualifications

Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with 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.