Positions include routine telework that are geographically specific to: Chicago, IL; Springfield, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Milwaukee, WI: Battle Creek, MI; Detroit, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; Cleveland, OH; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH: Minneapolis, MN and St. Paul, MN. If you are selected for this position you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within 45 days.. As a senior architect/engineer, you will utilize your professional knowledge of architecture/engineering as well as project management expertise to oversee the business management of the most complex building and/or leasing projects from the preliminary identification stage through initiation, planning, execution and project closeout stages.. Addressing/solving difficult problems in engineering design, planning, coordination, code/zoning requirements, site selection, development, and layout, or other architectural/engineering related matters.. Representing GSA and the Contracting Officer on Architect/Engineer, Construction Management, and Construction contracts as the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).. This position may be filled in one of the following occupations: Architect, General Engineer, Fire Protection Engineer, Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer.

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Summary As a Senior Architect/Engineer, you will utilize your professional knowledge of architecture and/or engineering as well as project management expertise to oversee the most complex building and/or leasing projects from the preliminary identification stage through initiation, planning, execution and project closeout. We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed. Duties This position will be located in the Public Buildings Service, Design & Construction, Project Delivery Division. This division provides project management and procurement services for all regional capital construction projects and select BA 54,53 and 80 Projects. This position has job functions that must be executed within specific geographic locations. The official duty station is a federal facility, leased space, or an alternative worksite (typically the employee’s home) within the specified geographic area. Positions include routine telework that are geographically specific to: Chicago, IL; Springfield, IL; Indianapolis, IN; Milwaukee, WI: Battle Creek, MI; Detroit, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; Cleveland, OH; Cincinnati, OH; Columbus, OH: Minneapolis, MN and St. Paul, MN. If you are selected for this position you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement within 45 days. At that time, you may be eligible to request to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the agency’s telework policy. As a senior architect/engineer, you will utilize your professional knowledge of architecture/engineering as well as project management expertise to oversee the business management of the most complex building and/or leasing projects from the preliminary identification stage through initiation, planning, execution and project closeout stages. Examples of duties include: <ul><li>Managing leasing, design, construction and alteration projects involving large and complex special purpose buildings. </li><li>Addressing/solving difficult problems in engineering design, planning, coordination, code/zoning requirements, site selection, development, and layout, or other architectural/engineering related matters.</li><li>Reviewing the design of private sector architects and consulting engineers for programmatic conformance and compliance to codes and standards.</li><li>Representing GSA and the Contracting Officer on Architect/Engineer, Construction Management, and Construction contracts as the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). </li><li>Preparing independent government estimates and reviewing contractor's proposals (A/E, CM, and Construction Contractor). Participating in negotiations with contractors. </li></ul>Requirements Conditions of Employment <ul><li>Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required.</li><li>Meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date.</li><li>Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959</li><li>U.S. Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island</li><li>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.</li><li>Serve a one year probationary period, if required.</li><li>Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 4 investigation level).</li><li>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.</li><li>Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position. </li></ul>Qualifications For each job on your resume, provide: <ul><li>the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)</li><li>number of hours per week you worked (if part time). </li></ul>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-13 salary range starts at $103,409 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-12 level or higher in the Federal service. This position is interdisciplinary, which means the duties and responsibilities closely relate to more than one professional occupation. This position may be filled in one of the following occupations: Architect, General Engineer, Fire Protection Engineer, Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer. BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ENGINEERS: A Degree in professional engineering OR a combination of college-level education, training, and/or technical experience. For specifics on qualifying education and/or experience - use the following link: Basic Requirements for Engineer Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ARCHITECTS: A Degree in architecture or related field; OR a combination of college-level education, training, and/or technical experience. For specifics on qualifying education, training, and/or experience - use the following link: Basic Requirements for Architect Positions. 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 managing design, construction or alteration projects involving large and complex buildings or major building systems; and the coordination of the activities of architects, engineers, tenants and construction contractors on such projects. Such experience must also include having independently managed projects (balance scope/quality, schedule and budget) requiring the services of multiple disciplines from project initiation phase through project closeout. This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcript(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcements to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. Additional Information This position is eligible for the bargaining unit. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. If you are eligible under Merit Promotion, you may also apply under Vacancy Announcement #5P-2024-0028. You must apply separately to each announcement to be considered for both. GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including: <ul><li>Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and</li><li>Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued. </li></ul>Our commitment is: <ul><li>Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment;</li><li>Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and</li><li>Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.</li></ul>

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