Interdisciplinary (Area Engineer), GS-08XX-14, Direct Hire Authority (DHA) Fort Bragg

US Army Corps of Engineers; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers seeks an Area Engineer and Administrative Contracting Officer to oversee construction programs within the Area Office, supervising field and office engineering functions and contract administration.

The role includes directing project office management for programs in Military Construction, Civil Works, SFO, and environmental initiatives, with potential travel and TDY requirements and a need for a professional engineering license in good standing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering; ABET-accredited program.
• Architectural degree acceptable with prerequisites as described.

Responsibilities

• Directs area/ resident/project office management and contract administration.
• Administers and monitors budgets, quality assurance, and construction programs.
• Oversees diverse projects from military construction to civil works and SFO programs.

Job description

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Savannah District

Locations (City, State)

Fort Bragg, NC

Position Overview/Duties

Serves as the Area Engineer and Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO) responsible for administration and management of the construction programs under the jurisdiction of the Area Office. Applies full professional engineering knowledge together with practical knowledge of construction methods and techniques in accomplishing assignments. Directs the full range of field and office engineering functions, with overall responsibility for Area/Resident/Project Office management, contract administration, quality assurance, and budget monitoring. The Area Office typically consists of two or more Resident/Project Offices which may be geographically dispersed. Projects within the boundaries of the Area Office primarily support the Military Construction, Civil Works, Support For Others (SFO), and environmental programs managed by the District. Military construction projects involve projects that range from small renovations/repairs to large facility construction projects for the Army and Air Force such as major infrastructure projects, command and control facilities, cyber facilities, industrial and commercial buildings, recreational facilities, hospitals, tactical equipment maintenance facilities, ammunition maintenance facilities, airfields, hangars, etc. Civil works program consists of a wide variety of projects from dredge, stream bank protection to the construction of fully developed flood diversion and protection structures. Projects under the SFO program consist of new construction, renovation, and upgrade of facilities and systems. Projects vary in type and complexity, but can be characterized by their variety; the use of accelerated schedules; the need for new and specialized equipment, materials and methods; considerable site layout and foundation preparation problems, to include unforeseen site conditions and limited accessibility; and hazardous, toxic and radiological waste (HTRW) considerations (e.g., soil contamination, removal of underground storage tanks with unknown contents, asbestos removal with concurrent operations); and/or dealings and coordination with a variety of interested parties, e.g., customers, users, contractors, local government officials, state and local environmental agencies, private landowners, etc. Construction is performed under rigid completion schedules and requires strict adherence to safety standards.

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.

Architecture: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or
university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree that included a major field of study or
specific course requirements.

OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards — GS-0800 Series - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#0800

Specialized Experience

• Plan work to be accomplished, set priorities and prepare schedules for completion of work;(2)
  make decisions on work problems presented by subordinate supervisors; (3) assign work to subordinate offices based on priorities, selective
  consideration of the difficulty and requirements of the assignments and the capabilities of
  employees; (6) review, evaluate and monitor actions of field supervisors exercising Administrative
  Contracting Officer authorities and subordinates exercising Authorized Representative of the
  Contracting Officer (COR) authorities.

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 (GS-14).

Other Requirements

• 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. A supervisory probationary period may be required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 30% of the time.
• The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter.
• Professional Architect or Engineer: The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess and maintain license/registration as a Professional Architect or Engineer. This license/registration must be in good standing and issued by any one of the 50 states or its territories.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, and service credit for leave may be authorized(subject to available budget). Before the payment of a 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 location 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.
• Field trips require use of hard hats, steel-toed boots, eye and/or ear protection, and involve using numerous special safety precautions; walking over rough and uneven surfaces; climbing and using man-lifts;stooping, bending, and climbing on roofs and elevated work areas; standing for long lengths of time; or entering high voltage areas or other contaminated areas.
• 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.

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.