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Project Manager

General Services Administration
Public Buildings Service
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Summary

As a Project Manager with Public Building Service, 2300 Main Street, Kansas City, MO, you will:

  • Be responsible for overall project management of projects which comprise complex initiatives.
  • Oversee project management of the complex building and/or leasing projects
  • Oversee projects from identification, initiation, planning, execution and closeout stages.
  • Have broad managerial responsibilities.

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Overview

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Open date: 12/30/2019
Closed date: 01/14/2020
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$75,195 - $97,757 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Promotion potential
12
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
25% or less - Occasional Travel to customer agencies and during construction site visits.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Moderate Risk (MR)
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Announcement number
2006008TRMP
Control number
555410900

Duties

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  • The incumbent leads the development of comprehensive and detailed project plans to include the methodology, resource requirements, timelines, priorities and budget impact.  Exercises full responsibility for the administration and management of the entire project. Provides the direction and control of site selection, acquisition appraisal design and construction contract evaluation and contract administration. Leads and facilitates the efforts and expertise of a wide range of disciplines to include, but not limited to, building management, realty, engineering and architecture, construction, contracting, leasing, budget and finance, physical security, quality assurance, and business and government management.
  • Establishes project evaluation criteria and measurements to assess projects on an ongoing basis. Applies the latest trends and state-of-the art technologies in facility design, construction, alterations, space management, contracting, negotiations, and knowledge management.
  • Manages all aspects of the project’s finances with the client including preparation, negotiation, presentation, approval, and communication of pricing, occupancy agreements, reimbursable work authorizations, and project budget.  Directs the acquisition and management of large numbers and types of contracts supporting all aspects of leasing and development to support projects.
  • Determines project risk and assesses project activities and resources to mitigate risk on behalf of the government. Implements quality assurance processes to ensure all aspects of the project are handled in a professional manner, meet the agreed customer needs, and are in compliance with all contracts let by the Government.
  • Negotiates and coordinates project plans, budget objectives and schedules with management of affected customer agencies to establish and/or manage customer expectations. Works with stakeholders and key leadership in various Federal agencies, State and local governments, non-profits, community organizations, special interest groups, and environmentalists.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
  • Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
  • Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
  • Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

  • Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch.
  • Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
  • Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
  • Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee.  We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
  • Work is usually performed in an office setting except for any necessary travel to attend meetings and conferences or conduct on-site inspections.  Visits to customer agencies, contractors' facilities and construction "hard hat" sites are required.  Appropriate safety equipment (e.g., hard hat, safety shoes) will be worn during on-site inspections.

Qualifications

For each job on your resume, provide:

  • the exact dates you held  each job (from month/year to month/year)
  • number of hours per week you worked (if part time).    

If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.

For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here. 

The GS-12 salary range starts at $75,195.00 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.  


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:  

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 is utilizing project management practices and tools to simultaneously manage multiple construction and/or repair and alteration projects in a real estate environment. This experience must include:

  • Managing projects (balancing scope/quality, schedule and budget) requiring the services of multiple disciplines (i.e., construction, design, IT, telecommunications, interior furnishings, etc.) from project initiation phase through financial closeout;
  • Interpreting customer needs and developing them into actionable requirements;
  • Developing, managing, and balancing project plans, budgets, and schedules;
  • Coordinating and facilitating decisions by managing multiple stakeholders;
  • Applying procurement knowledge and experience to manage contracts supporting assigned projects; and
  • Negotiating sound real estate business transactions.

Additional information

Bargaining Unit status:  Not a bargaining position

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

·       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.

Additional assessments may be used, and, if so, you will be provided with further instructions.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your overall possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Your responses to these questions must be supported by your resume or your score may be lowered.

  • Knowledge of business management, concepts, principles, and practices sufficient to permit the incumbent to serve as the manager of designated major projects from the preliminary identification stage through initiation, planning, execution and project closeout stages.
  • Ability to manage projects impacted by multiple competing priorities and requirements, and to successfully integrate these requirements to meet the goals and objectives outlined for development initiatives. Skill in allocating fiscal, staff, and time resources to produce maximum results.
  • Ability to effectively manage project financial planning and analysis. Use of financial management knowledge, techniques, and innovation to achieve project results with on-budget, fiscal integrity.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the GSA funding process, the Federal budget process, and principles of budgeting for asset acquisitions.
  • Knowledge of procurement principles and procedures and of different types of contracts. Familiarity with contract monitoring and contract termination functions. Skill in techniques to negotiate contract costs, prices, and terms to ensure the successful completion of a project.
  • Knowledge of the full range of qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques and methodologies is required. Ability to assess project requirements and develop recommendations that meet goals, as well as integrate the goals and objectives of various other stakeholders.
  • Skill in assessment and evaluation techniques, cost/benefit analysis, acquisition planning, risk management, knowledge management, and forecasting are required.
  • Ability to manage projects impacted by multiple competing priorities and requirements, and to successfully integrate these requirements to meet the goals and objectives outlined for development initiatives. Skill in allocating fiscal, staff, and time resources to produce maximum results.
  • Knowledge of new legislation, draft legislation and Federal regulations that apply to leasing and development, as well as to client organizations to determine potential impact on current and planned projects, zoning and planning commissions, and others to identify strategic objectives, goals and long range plans for development.
  • General knowledge of real estate processes and programs to include site acquisition, real estate markets, and financial management as it relates to real estate.
  • Ability to satisfy and support a diverse customer base by working effectively with customers, assessing their needs and satisfying their expectations within sound business practices.
  • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Excellent communication skills to interpret and explain highly complex and technical information to a wide range of stakeholders. The use of computers for business and project management applications is required.

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.


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Public Buildings Service

Agency contact information

Terri Rizzolo
Phone
(816) 926-8395
Fax
816-823-2515
Email
Terri.Rizzolo@gsa.gov
Address
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Office of HR Services, Heartland Division
2300 Main Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64108
United States

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