Interdisciplinary Architect/Civil Engineer/Mechanical Engineer/Electrical Engineer

Transmission & Distribution World; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Tulsa District, is seeking an Interdisciplinary (Engineer/Architect) GS-08XX-13 under Direct Hire Authority to recruit for the competitive service in Tulsa, Oklahoma, supporting Military and Civil Works Programs.

The incumbent will administer construction contracts, oversee design and construction activities, direct work changes up to $500,000 per delegation, prepare sketches and cost estimates, and coordinate inspections and testing to ensure conformity with

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in administering construction contracts by reviewing plans and specifications for compliance.
• Experience monitoring construction projects for safety and quality control.
• Ability to manage contract modifications and review contractor payment requests.

Responsibilities

• Administer day-to-day contract administration for the Resident Office.
• Direct work changes and negotiate modifications up to $500,000 as delegated.
• Plan and oversee studies for field changes, including sketches and cost estimates.
• Plan and recommend inspections and testing to ensure compliance with plans.

Skills

Contract administration

Construction oversight

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture

Job description

Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This is an Interdisciplinary (Engineer/Architect) GS-08XX-13 position for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Southwestern Division, Tulsa District, Tulsa, Oklahoma. For additional information on USACE Tulsa District click Here

Duties

Responsible for day to day contract administration including all acquisition processes including design, and construction for the Resident Office in support of the Military and Civil Works Programs.

Serve as an Administrative Contracting Officer, directing work changes to include negotiating and resolving contract modifications not to exceed $500,000 as outlined in the letter of delegation as issued by the Contracting Officer.

Direct and oversee studies required for field changes and contract modifications including the preparation of sketches and cost estimates; determines effect on construction schedule, and other data required in the preparation of change orders.

Plan and recommend all appropriate inspection and testing to ensure that all construction performed under surveillance is accomplished in accordance with contract plans and specifications.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and 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. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes administering construction contracts by reviewing plans and specifications for compliance; monitoring construction projects to ensure adherence to safety and quality control standards; managing contract modifications and reviewing contractor payment requests; and providing technical guidance on construction operational problems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12) Note: Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the basic education requirement listed below: