Civil Engineer, GS-0810-12 (08512)

Announcement TypeTARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)Position TypePermanentUSACE Organization Southwestern Division (SWD) - Galveston DistrictLocations (City, State)Galveston, TXPosition Overview/Duties As lead and senior engineer, assigns and reviews work daily, weekly or monthly. Assures that production and accuracy requirements are met. Thoroughly reviews plans and specifications, formulates and consolidates recommendations submitted by others and presents recommended changes to facilitate or improve construction during pre-award technical review. Makes on-the-spot decisions concerning methods, materials, workmanship and contractor operations which are in harmony with the intent of the plans and specifications. Plans and assigns work to field inspection force and survey crews and keeps them informed of proposed contractor operations. Directs their attention to conditions that warrant special consideration. Tours construction and dredging sites to observe rate of progress, workmanship, use of approved material, accepted construction practices and methods and conformance with intent of plans and specifications. Coordinates construction activities and maintains liaison with using service and other agencies regarding work progress, relocations, and alterations, to ensure that construction and dredging meets with their satisfaction as to progress, technical excellence and needs.Other Conditions And RequirementsThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.Specialized ExperienceOne year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal Service performing the following duties: 1.) Inspecting civil works construction sites for adherence to project design, and scope; AND 2.) Administering contracts for construction projects, which includes reviewing contractor submittals; AND 3.) Monitoring construction progress against schedules and estimates to ensure timely completion.https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-StandardsOther Requirements Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration. All positions require the applicant to be a ci ti zen of the United States. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selec ti ve Service prior to appointment. A trial or probationary period may be required for external candidates. Direct deposit of pay is required. This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. Hiring incentives such as Relocation incentives may be authorized (subject to available budget). Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget). This position is eligible for situational telework. Resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in the announcement, must include start and end date, and PP-Series-GR for all Federal Positions. Resumes that are more than 2 pages or do not reflect start and end dates and PP-Series-GR for federal positions will be removed from consideration. (Do not upload any other documents or you will be removed from consideration) Applicants must be prepared to submit College transcripts if requested and support the required education for this position or applicant will be removed from consideration. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factorTo learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job ElementsGS Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/Reasonable AccommodationReasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.