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Project Manager

General Services Administration
Public Buildings Service
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Summary

As a Project Manager you will be responsible for overall project management of the most politically sensitive and complex Prospectus level projects.

Location of position:  Region 9 Pacific Rim Region, Design and Construction Division, San Francisco, CA.

At this time we are only filling one vacancy, however additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
08/20/2024 to 09/06/2024
Salary
$152,105 to - $191,900 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 14
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
San Francisco, CA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Temporary promotion - NTE 1 year. Can be extended up to five years. This promotion may be made permanent without further competition.
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
14
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
High Risk (HR)
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
Yes
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
9P-2024-0100
Control number
805693500

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Clarification from the agency

Your application will be considered if you are a: • GSA employee, Region 9 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 career or career-conditional appointment, or under a noncompetitive Special Appointing Authority which provides for conversion to a permanent position in the Competitive Service.

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Duties

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  • Project Plan Development: Directs and leads development of comprehensive and detailed project plans including methodology, resource requirements, timelines, priorities and budget impact. Directs and performs budget planning and execution to support each step in development. Exercises full responsibility for the administration and management of the entire project including the direction and control of project planning, programming, budgeting, site selection and acquisition, appraisal, design and construction, contract evaluation, technical contract administration etc. Participates with key client agency personnel who are responsible for defining the goals of a project, and works with them to prepare a master plan for accomplishing such goals. Responsible for client communication and client satisfaction.  

  • Project Resource Management: Identifies, manages, integrates and/or adapts resources to achieve project goals while effectively managing scope, schedule and budget for assigned projects. Ensures that projects delivered meet customer requirements. Leads and facilitates the efforts and expertise of a wide range of disciplines including building management, realty, engineering and architecture, construction, contracting, leasing, budget and finance, physical security, quality assurance, and business and government management. Serves as a mentor for team members and others. Maintains continuous contact with Federal, State and local officials and Congresspersons in regard to project issues and status. Briefs key leadership on costs, impact, feasibility, alternatives, issues, recommendations and status of project development and implementation. 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. Determines project risk and assesses project activities and resources to mitigate risk on behalf of the government.  

  • Contract management: Directs the acquisition and management of large numbers and types of contracts supporting all aspects of design and construction to support projects. In conjunction with the Contracting Officer serves as lead negotiator for assigned projects. Prepares and/or assists the Contracting Officer in the preparation of statements of work and solicitation documents. Participates in review of bids, contractors' negotiations and technical and business discussions with contractors. Monitors and assesses effectiveness of contractors in meeting contractual requirements.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
  • Meet time-in-grade requirements within 30 days of closing date
  • US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)

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.
  • Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 4 investigation level).
  • Complete an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, and obtain approval that no conflict or an appearance of conflict exists between your financial interest and this position.
  • Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
  • 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.
  • Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

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 GA-14 salary range starts at $152,105 per year.

To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience applying advanced concepts, practices, and methodologies of project management to service large, complex new construction, modernization and/or lease construction projects. Such experience must reflect experience performing planning, scheduling budgeting, estimating, cost analysis and control, tracking, reporting and forecasting for such projects.

Education

Note: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit:  https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/   

Additional information

Bargaining Unit Status: 
- This position is eligible for the bargaining unit

Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.  

Travel expenses associated with interviews may be approved. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.

If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. 

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.  

  • 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. Expert ability to effectively manage project financial planning and analysis. 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.

  • 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. Skill in assessment and evaluation techniques, cost/benefit analysis, acquisition planning, risk management, knowledge management, and forecasting.

  • Knowledge of procurement principles and procedures and different types of contracts. Skill in techniques to negotiate contract costs, prices and terms to ensure the successful completion of a project. Knowledge and understanding of GSA funding process, the Federal Budget process, and principles of budgeting for asset acquisitions.  

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.


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