As a Project Manager you will have responsibility for projects assigned, including business management of building projects from the preliminary planning stages through the design, construction, commissioning, and building occupancy stages.
Location of position: PBS, Bipartisan Infra. Law Program, Duty Location to be determined after selection.
We are currently filling one vacancy. Additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Summary
As a Project Manager you will have responsibility for projects assigned, including business management of building projects from the preliminary planning stages through the design, construction, commissioning, and building occupancy stages.
Location of position: PBS, Bipartisan Infra. Law Program, Duty Location to be determined after selection.
We are currently filling one vacancy. Additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Your application will be considered if you are a:
• GSA employee
• GSA surplus or displaced employees in the local commuting area who qualify for the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)
You must be serving on a career or career-conditional appointment, or under a noncompetitive Special Appointing Authority which provides for conversion to a permanent position in the Competitive Service.
Act as senior project manager responsible for overall project management of prospectus level, equally complex, or precedent setting projects.
Establish evaluation criteria and measurements to assess projects.
Implement a system for review, control, and reporting on project status.
Determine project risk and assess project activities and resources to mitigate risk.
Lead project analysis to determine client facility needs, and identifies key technical and resource personnel to work on various aspects of projects.
Direct and perform budget planning and execution to support each developmental stage.
Prepare project documents and cost estimates to achieve the goals of the master plan.
Determine which phases of the project will be performed in-house or by contract.
Work with clients to negotiate and approve a pricing plan, occupancy agreements, reimbursable work authorizations, and project budget.
Lead a wide range of disciplines such as building management, realty, engineering and architecture, construction, contracting, leasing, budget, and finance.
Negotiate and coordinate project plans, budget objectives and schedules with management of affected customer agencies to establish and/or manage customer expectations.
Implements quality assurance processes to ensure the project meets the agreed-to customer needs and contract requirements.
Oversees project reviews, including readjustments in funding and timelines.
Resolves problems or conflicts to ensure the completion of assigned projects in accordance with established timelines.
Resolve problems or conflicts to ensure the completion of assigned projects in accordance with established timelines.
Monitor projects’ progress and evaluate contractors’ performance against contract requirements.
US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 4 investigation level).
Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position
Have a valid driver's license
May be required to participate in the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), which includes attending meetings and planning activities; and carrying out mission-critical work at a designated location other than your primary work site (which may be outside of your commuting area).
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 include this experience on your resume.
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The GS-13 salary range starts at $98,496 per year and varies by duty location.
To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
In addition to the Basic Requirements listed above, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: experience utilizing project and program management practices and tools to develop and balance project planning, scope, and quality, and perform actionable risk management reviews throughout multiple real estate projects' lifecycles. Experience must include performing projects’ and programs' financial management and budget tracking, change order and schedule management, and acceleration strategies, as well as experience facilitating coordination of complex issues among project teams, national program offices, other federal agencies, external stakeholders, and/or federal authorities.
Education
Education may not be substituted for experience at this grade level.
Additional information
Bargaining Unit status: Varies by location.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed, through other means, or not at all.
GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including:
Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and
Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued.
Our commitment is:
Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment;
Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and
Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
You will have access to many benefits including: • Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) • Life insurance coverage with several options • Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year • Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) • Flexible work schedules • Transit and child care subsidies • Flexible spending accounts • Long-term care insurance • Training and development
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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. Your responses to these questions must be supported by your resume or your score may be lowered.
Skill in allocating fiscal, staff, and time resources to produce maximum results.
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.
Expert ability to effectively manage project financial planning and analysis.
Knowledge and understanding of the GSA funding process, the Federal budget process, and principles of budgeting for asset acquisitions.
Skill in techniques to negotiate contract costs, prices, and terms to ensure the successful completion of a project.
Expert 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 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.
Mastery 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 satisfy and support a diverse customer base by working effectively with customers, assessing their needs and satisfying their expectations within sound business practices.
Knowledge of procurement principles and procedures and of different types of contracts.
Oversees and/or reviews project designs and coordinates development of design and specification packages for purposes of bid and determines construction completion times and prepares/reviews overall cost estimates.
Coordinates the activities of the A/E or other appropriate professional service contractors during all phases of the project.
Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.
Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
If you are eligible under GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
You will have access to many benefits including: • Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) • Life insurance coverage with several options • Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year • Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) • Flexible work schedules • Transit and child care subsidies • Flexible spending accounts • Long-term care insurance • Training and development
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.
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.
If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).
Need Assistance? 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.
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources
819 Taylor St
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come onboard, you will be given a final offer, which is typically within 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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.
If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).
Need Assistance? 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.
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Human Resources
819 Taylor St
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come onboard, you will be given a final offer, which is typically within 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
