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Construction Control Representative

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Engineering & Construction Division, Construction Branch, South New Jersey Resident Engineer Office
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Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies being advertised through the Direct-Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce.

Applications will NOT be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants should review the "How to Apply" section of this flyer for more information on how to be considered. This flyer will be used as positions become available. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.

Overview

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Job closed
Open & closing dates
12/11/2024 to 12/17/2024
Salary
$79,839 to - $103,787 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 11
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Horsham, PA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
CERD245604726502HW
Control number
823033600

Duties

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  • You will serve as a Construction Control Representative at a construction site responsible for the execution, control, and surveillance of contract operations of assigned military, civil works, and construction projects.
  • Plan and coordinate construction schedules to accommodate concurrent operations and present critical and varied site preparation problems and extensive installation of specialized operating equipment.
  • Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and requests for changes to determine site compatibility such as applicability of terrain and soils, feasibility of structures, and anticipate challenges.
  • Conduct inspection of work in progress to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, procedures, use of materials, contract provisions and schedules, and shop drawings.
  • Investigate need for contract change orders, controversies which could lead to formal claims by the contractor, deviations requiring engineering determinations and other matters.
  • Coordinate with local Government agencies involved to preclude conflicts of interests or jurisdictional disputes and to maintain effective public relations on assigned construction projects.
  • Make on the spot decisions and commitments to avoid delays in construction with respect to minor changes in construction, deviations from schedules, substitution of materials, and resolution of disputes over the acceptability of work.
  • Prepare routine and special reports, memorandums, and correspondence reflecting the status of construction progress, delays in construction, noted deficiencies, and compliance with standards, materials, and/or contract modifications.
  • Ensure adherence to safety program, checking work areas, methods of performance, etc., for safety practices.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • May be required to complete an initial 40 hour and an annual 8 hour training course of Hazardous Waste Operations and 30 hour OSHA Safety course within 1 year of hire date.
  • This position requires you to possess a Valid State Driver’s License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
  • This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical resulting in recommendation to hire.
  • May be subject to medical examination for medical surveillance to comply with OSHA regulations, requiring a physical every year.
  • The duties of this position require travel up to approximately 25% of the time.
  • This position requires the incumbent to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.

Qualifications

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel in DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Who May Apply: US Citizens


In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: (1) Interpreting engineering and architect plans and/or specifications; (2) Resolving complex problems encountered while inspecting construction projects; and (3) Conducting inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications and/or safety protocol.

This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10).

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications.

Additional information

  • This announcement uses the DIRECT-HIRE AUTHORITY (DHA) CERTAIN PERSONNEL OF THE DoD WORKFORCEto recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

How you will be evaluated

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

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If, after reviewing your rsum and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

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