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As a Construction Control Representative, you will be responsible for the technical, financial, and business management of designated design and construction projects in both Federally owned, as well as leased buildings.
Location of position: Public Buildings Service, Design and Construction Division
We are currently filling multiple vacancies, 1 in Auburn and Seattle, 2 in Spokane/Richland area and one in Anchorage, AK, and one in Portland, OR. Additional selections made be made.
Learn more about this agency04/29/2019 to 05/08/2019
$74,596 - $108,061 per year
GS 12
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
25% or less - Occasional travel as needed.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
12
No
No
1910162RGDE
531977300
U.S. Citizens and Nationals (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Project Management
Serves as a technical manager and has overall responsibility for designated projects, from the project initiation stage through the planning, design, construction and closeout phases.
Meets with contractors, manufacturers’ representatives, Lessors, and/or Government agency representatives to establish construction requirements.
Establishes communication protocols on projects.
Determines project risk and assesses project activities and resources to mitigate risk.
Balances competing objectives between GSA and its customers.
Monitors projects to ensure projects stay within the approved funding, scope and schedule.
Performs progress and final construction inspections checking in detail all phases of contract compliance with contract documents, identifies deficiencies and follows up to ensure correction of same.
Completes all administrative actions required to close out assigned projects.
Architectural/Engineering
Customer Service
Contracting Officer’s Representative
Recommends the preferable project delivery process procedure (contracting methods) for design and construction.
Assists Contracting Office in negotiating contracts and design changes with A/E firms in coordination with agency representative.
Administers A/E, alteration and new construction contracts and recommends approval or rejection of all or parts of the proposals.
Participates in review of bids, contractor’s proposals and contract specifications, as well as in contract negotiations and technical and business discussions with contractors.
Makes recommendations to contracting officer concerning contract modifications.
Develops cost estimates for projects and change orders. Evaluates contractors cost proposals and determines a fair and reasonable price for the work.
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
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The GS-12 salary range starts at $81,283 (Auburn/Seattle) per year or $74,596 (Spokane/Richland) per year, $79,407 (Portland) per year, or $83,121 (Anchorage) per year. 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.
To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or higher in the Federal service.
Specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level is experience applying engineering methods and techniques and construction practices related to building systems (e.g. heating, ventilation, air conditioning, architectural finishes, electrical systems, fire protection systems, or plumbing systems, etc.); defining requirements with customers; developing construction cost estimates; inspecting construction; administering construction contracts; and reading and interpreting engineering and architectural plans and specifications.
There is no education substitution for this position.
Bargaining Unit status: AFGE
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:
· Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government
· Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee
· Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed; through other means; or not at all.
If you are eligible under Merit Promotion, you may also apply under Vacancy Announcement #1910120LMMP. You must apply separately to each announcement to be considered for both.
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.
If you are eligible under Merit Promotion, you may also apply under Vacancy Announcement #1910161RGMP. You must apply separately to each announcement to be considered for both.
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:
You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Ability to manage projects impacted by multiple competing priorities and requirements and to successfully integrate these requirements to meet the goals outlined for development initiatives.
Knowledge of the principles, methods or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting cost, work and contractor performance.
Knowledge and skill in applying technical A/E concepts, principles and practices.
Knowledge of design and construction principles, concepts and practices.
Skill in coordinating and integrating project activities, organizing work, and setting priorities to include prioritizing resource requirements.
Ability to apply financial management and budgeting techniques to achieve project results.
Knowledge of methods and techniques related to construction, conversion, or alteration projects.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications in order to advise on technical considerations for assigned projects.
Skill in written and oral communication.
Ability to interpret contract specifications, to perform recurring inspections, review contractor performance, and to evaluate, document, and ensure quality of services are provided.
Skill in meeting with engineers, architects and construction contractors to discuss comments and facilitate decisions to resolve concerns.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to effectively lead a diverse team, keep stakeholders informed of highly complex technical information and to satisfy and support a diverse customer base. Proactively manage business relationships with both internal and external customers.
Knowledge of contract administration, procurement regulations, procedures, and practices.
Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
Ability to conduct cost and price analysis
Ability to negotiate fair and reasonable prices.
Knowledge of construction management and cost estimating, pricing policies and fees.
Knowledge of cost and price analysis to forecast costs and evaluate prices in relation to contracted services or projects.
Ability to plan, administer, monitor and validate expenditures to ensure cost-effective support of programs.
Your answers to the questions will be used to place you in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified.
We will verify your answers to the questions in your resume. If your resume doesn’t support your answers, we may lower your score, which could place you in a lower category.
Within each category, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans. 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.
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.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
After the closing date/deadline:
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