Civil Engineer, GS-0810-12 (43110)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – South Atlantic Division, Charleston District, is seeking Civil Engineers (GS-0810-12) for Charleston or Columbia, SC. Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) applies.

Responsibilities include serving as Project Engineer and Contracting Officer's Representative, overseeing multiple construction contracts, quality assurance, safety compliance, and coordination across civil, mechanical, electrical, and architectural disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Experience managing multiple construction contracts similar to facilities and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of quality assurance inspection and safety oversight.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract administration and quality assurance for construction projects.
• Coordinate with engineers, construction representatives, and technicians.
• Provide guidance and evaluate work daily; approve or reject tasks.

Skills

Project management

Contract administration

Quality assurance

Safety oversight

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Job description

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Charleston District

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Charleston District

Locations (City, State)

Charleston, SC

Columbia, SC

Position Overview/Duties

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement for multiple Civil Engineers in the South Atlantic Division, Charleston District, Construction Division.

Position Title(s)

Civil Engineer

Series/Grade

GS-0810-12

Open Period

14-28 September 2026

Duty Location

Charleston or Columbia, SC.

Duties & Responsibilities

Serve as a Project Engineer and Authorized Representative of the Contracting Officer, with full responsibility for monitoring and coordinating a wide variety of civil, mechanical, electrical, and architectural construction projects. This role requires a thorough knowledge of engineering and architectural practices, with a focus on quality assurance inspection and oversight of military, civil, and interagency construction, renovation, and facilities investment/preventative maintenance activities.

Technical Lead

• Oversee contract administration, quality assurance, and surveillance of construction.
• Provide direction to engineers, construction representatives, and technicians.
• Advise and assist employees in daily tasks, accepting or rejecting work.

Contract Administration

• May serve as Contracting Officer's Representative.
• Assist Resident Engineer with plan interpretation, con-tractor coordination, and issue resolution.
• Handle pre-award planning, shop drawing reviews, contractor inquiries, and payment estimates.
• Prepare and review modification documents for changes in design, site conditions, quantities, or specifications.
• Participate in contract modification negotiations and reviews of engineering records.
• Estimate costs for modifications and claims, including intangible elements like overhead and weather delays.
• Participate in design reviews, pre-bid conferences, and construction feasibility assessments.
• Conduct conferences to clarify design, safety, scheduling, and compliance requirements.

Quality Assurance And Inspection

• Establish quality assurance standards and monitor contractor workmanship and practices.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, including systems like electrical and mechanical utilities.
• Recommend corrective actions for defective workmanship or noncompliance.
• Supervise preparation of progress reports, payment estimates, and change orders.
• Review contractor submissions and provide recommendations on construction progress and changes.
• Oversee construction operations to ensure adherence to plans and specifications, including environmental regulations.
• Resolve disputes between Government and contractor personnel and ensure proper training for government representatives.

Safety

• Ensure adherence to safety standards (e.g., EM 385-1-1).
• Inspect work areas and provide safety recommendations.
• Document safety issues and corrective actions on daily reports.

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.

Minimum Education Requirement

Engineering: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering. The program must: lead to a degree in a school with at least one program accredited by ABET. Degree must be documented on a transcript.

OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards

GS-0800 Series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#0800

Specialized Experience

One year of specialized experience in managing multiple construction contracts on facilities and infrastructure similar to commercial, industrial facilities, military facilities, federal facilities and infrastructure, earthwork and marine construction. Experience should include request for proposal reviews, contract administration and change order management, quality management and safety oversight as part of a project team.

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.
• Multiple positions may be filled by this announcement.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% 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). Before the payment of 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.
• This position may be eligible for situational telework.

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 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/

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.