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As a Interdisciplinary Architect/Engineer (Cost Estimator), you will be serving as an Estimator for all types of projects, from prospectus level to small program level projects and serving as the cost advocate for the Public Buildings Service, Pacific Rim Region.
This position is located in the Public Buildings Service, Regional Project Management Office in one of the following locations: San Francisco, CA, Sacramento, CA, Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Phoenix, AZ or Tucson, AZ
This position will be filled in one of the following occupational series:
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You will have access to many benefits including:
We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
This vacancy is also being announced as Vacancy Announcement Number 1809195KBMP under Merit Promotion regulations. Please review that announcement to see if you are eligible for consideration under Merit Promotion Procedures. Note: You must apply separately for each announcement in order to be considered under both procedures.
06/28/2018 to 07/09/2018
$87,857 - $136,936 per year
GS 13
1 vacancy in the following locations:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
13
No
No
1809196KBDE
503732100
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
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The GS-13 salary range starts at the following if you meet the following qualifications. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. :
Qualifications:
To qualify, you must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in Federal service.
In addition to the Basic Requirements, all candidates must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience preparing/reviewing plans, specifications, cost estimates of materials/labor involved in construction, repair/alteration of public buildings and major building systems. Experience must include: analyzing estimates; establishing negotiating position; reviewing complex proposals; providing consultation for Estimators/Project Managers; performing budgetary cost planning/calculations for prospectus submittals.
This position is interdisciplinary, which means the duties and responsibilities closely relate to more than one professional occupation. This position may be filled in one of the following occupations:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ENGINEERS: A Degree in professional engineering OR a combination of college-level education, training, and/or technical experience. For specifics on qualifying education and/or experience - use the following link: Basic Requirements for Engineer Positions.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ARCHITECTS: A Degree in architecture or related field; OR a combination of college-level education, training, and/or technical experience. For specifics on qualifying education, training, and/or experience - use the following link: Basic Requirements for Architect Positions.
Please see Qualifications section.
Bargaining Unit status: AFGE
Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses are not authorized for this position. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed; through other means; or not at all.
All the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references and through other means, such as the interview process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will use a method called Category Rating to assess your application. Here’s how it will work:
If further assessments are used, you will be provided with instructions.
If you are eligible under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan or GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP/CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
If you are claiming veterans’ preference:
If you are active duty military - Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
College transcripts: If you are using some or all of your college education to meet qualification requirements for this position, you must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. For education completed outside the United States, also submit a valid foreign credential evaluation that substantiates possession of the required education.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the Announcement. Errors or omissions may result in your not being considered for this vacancy. You can modify/complete your application any time before the vacancy date/time deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, read the Apply for a GSA Job on the GSA website.
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After the closing date/deadline:
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/503732100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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