Interdisciplinary Architect/Engineer.

US Army Corps of Engineers; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers in Louisville, KY, seeks a licensed engineer or architect to manage complex construction contracts and provide technical leadership on planning, scheduling, and negotiations. The role covers contract modifications, claims resolution, and proactive reviews of plans to anticipate constructability challenges.

The incumbent will coordinate with agencies, contractors, and designers, guiding teams toward compliant, efficient project execution and successful settlement

Qualifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect; must obtain PE/RA within 24 months before promotion to target GS-13.
• Level II Contracting Certification.
• GS-12/13 specialized experience in architectural or engineering construction management.

Responsibilities

• Modify construction contracts within contract scope (e.g., Changes, Differing Site Conditions).
• Resolve change orders, claims, and delays; advise on constructability and difficulties.
• Review project plans and specifications prior to advertisement to anticipate issues.

Skills

Contracting/Procurement

Influencing/Negotiating

Planning and Evaluating

Technical Competence

Education

Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

• Modify construction contracts within the scope of the contract under various clauses (e.g., Changes, Differing Site Conditions).
• Perform actions and advise others in resolving change orders, claims, differing site conditions, and contract delays.
• Assure review of project plans and specifications prior to contract advertisement to determine constructability and anticipate difficulties.
• Identify the need for and process contract modifications and change orders, including the preparation of government estimates.
• Participate in the oversight of all field and office engineering functions for projects.
• Resolve problems encountered and advise on the appropriate course of action involving customer expectations and engineering requirements.
• Provide advice, guidance, and consultation on highly challenging and complicated contract administration and construction operational problems.
• Furnish technical advice to other engineers and construction representatives on specific construction problems.
• Interact with the using agency, customers, contractors, designers, and project managers to achieve successful construction management results.
• Influence or persuade others to comply with established policies or to accept established methods using persuasion or negotiation.
• Participate in Partnership Sessions with designers, contractors, and using agency representatives.
• Conduct and/or participate in meetings to discuss proposals on settlement of claims and controversial proposals presented by contractors.
• Organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements to achieve short- or long-term goals and strategies.
• Assist the Resident Engineer in planning work programs and the need for inspection personnel in the project office.
• Assist with the coordination of the planning and scheduling of construction operations in concert with the construction agent.
• Monitor progress and evaluate outcomes to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

Duties

• Modify construction contracts within the scope of the contract under various clauses (e.g., Changes, Differing Site Conditions).
• Perform actions and advise others in resolving change orders, claims, differing site conditions, and contract delays.
• Assure review of project plans and specifications prior to contract advertisement to determine constructability and anticipate difficulties.
• Identify the need for and process contract modifications and change orders, including the preparation of government estimates.
• Participate in the oversight of all field and office engineering functions for projects.
• Resolve problems encountered and advise on the appropriate course of action involving customer expectations and engineering requirements.
• Provide advice, guidance, and consultation on highly challenging and complicated contract administration and construction operational problems.
• Furnish technical advice to other engineers and construction representatives on specific construction problems.
• Interact with the using agency, customers, contractors, designers, and project managers to achieve successful construction management results.
• Influence or persuade others to comply with established policies or to accept established methods using persuasion or negotiation.
• Participate in Partnership Sessions with designers, contractors, and using agency representatives.
• Conduct and/or participate in meetings to discuss proposals on settlement of claims and controversial proposals presented by contractors.
• Organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements to achieve short- or long-term goals and strategies.
• Assist the Resident Engineer in planning work programs and the need for inspection personnel in the project office.
• Assist with the coordination of the planning and scheduling of construction operations in concert with the construction agent.
• Monitor progress and evaluate outcomes to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires registration as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect. *not required at the GS 12. Incumbent is expected to obtain PE/RA within 24 months before being promoted to the target GS 13.
• This position requires Level II Contracting Certification. *ACO Warrant not required at the GS 12. Incumbent is expected to pursue Level II certification and to complete all requirements within 24 months of appointment, for GS 13 target

Qualifications

Who May Apply

Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See

• Current Civilian Employees of the Command
• Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
• Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
• Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
• Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
• Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
• Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
• Reinstatement
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

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

Basic Requirement for Architect:

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Basic Requirement for Engineer:

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GS 12 Specialized Experience:

One Year of specialized experience defined as applying architectural or engineering principles to support construction management operations, including reviewing project plans, facilitating construction schedules, and resolving standard contract administration issues. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

GS 13 Specialized Experience:

One Year of specialized experience defined as independently serving as a senior technical authority in architectural or engineering construction management, overseeing complex contract administration, and negotiating settlements for highly challenging construction projects. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12)

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

• Contracting/Procurement
• Influencing/Negotiating
• Planning and Evaluating
• Technical Competence

Time in Grade Requirement:

Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION:

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• This position requires you to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
• This is a(n) CP 18 Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• 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
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• Recruitment, Relocation incentives may be authorized.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.