Construction Control Representative

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Projects include a variety of kinds in support of the District's Military; Civil Works; Work for Others; and Hazardous, Toxic and Radiological Waste (HTRW) programs. This is a developmental position, GS-09, GS-10, GS-11. Management may hire at any grade level. Learn more about this agency Duties At the full performance, GS-11: Serves as a senior Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) at the site of construction, monitoring construction activities for assigned projects. Coordinates with a variety of interested parties, from customers to contractors to local government officials, state and local environmental agencies, etc. Interprets contract requirements throughout all phases of construction work. Maintain surveillance of the contractor inspection system for compliance with approved quality control plan. Make on-the-spot decisions/commitments not affecting basic design/cost to avoid delays in construction projects. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Incumbent must have or be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. Temporary duty (TDY) travel is approximately 25%. A pre-employment physical is required. This position requires the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a driver's license in one of the 50 US states or possessions and any installation and/or DoD requirement. This is a Defense Acquisition Workforce (AWF) position, you must meet the DoDI 5000.66 requirements applicable to the Career Category/Functional Area and the Career Level Certification. Qualifications 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 for GS-09: One year of specialized experience which includes performing inspections at construction sites AND assisting with surveillance of contractor work for compliance with quality control plans. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). Specialized Experience for GS-10: One year of specialized experience which includes monitoring construction activities on projects AND surveying contractor work for compliance with quality control plans. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). Specialized Experience for GS-11: One year of specialized experience which includes monitoring construction activities on projects; surveying contractor work for compliance with quality control plans; AND providing recommendations regarding anticipated issues or construction related matters. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10). Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information 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. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. 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(n) Construction, Engineering, and 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. If selected at the GS-09/10 grade level, there is non-competitive promotion potential to the GS-11 grade level. Career ladder promotions are not guaranteed. An employee can only be promoted when he/she demonstrates ability to work at a higher level, and when the promotion is in line with the agency's authorized ceiling and staffing policies. Additionally, the decision to promote lies with an authorizing official, who makes that determination based on a number of factors. This is a career ladder position. The target grade is GS-11. Selection may be made at either the GS-09, GS-10 or the GS-11 grade. If selected at the GS-09 or GS-10 grade, there is non-competitive promotion potential to the target grade. Non-competitive promotion potential to the target grade is based on time-in-grade requirements and demonstrated ability to perform the higher-graded duties. Promotion is neither automatic nor is it guaranteed. Salary Details: GS-09: $64,438 - $83,774 per year; GS-10: $70,960 - $92,243 per year; GS-11: $77,964 - $101,359 per year Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits 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. Review our benefits 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.