Engineering Technician (Civil)

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: Manages and negotiates construction contracts for military and infrastructure projects, including buildings, utilities, flood control, and hazardous material cleanup. Learn more about this agency Duties Review and evaluate complex contract changes, cost proposals, and claims to determine merit and compliance. Negotiate contract modifications, equitable adjustments, and cost proposals with contractors. Prepare and process contract documents, funding requests, and formal agreements for approval. Analyze contractor schedules and construction progress to assess time impacts and validity of extension requests. Conduct detailed research and documentation to support decisions and reporting to management and legal staff. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% of the time. The incumbent is required to obtain Contracting Course's within 3 years of appointment. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education 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: GS-10: I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the Federal service which includes: 1applying engineering and construction principles, concepts, and techniques associated with assisting in the processing of contract changes on construction contracts. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). GS-11: I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-10 grade level in the Federal service which includes: applying engineering and construction principles, concepts, and techniques associated with assisting in the processing and advising of contract changes on construction contracts. Provides appropriate and reasonable strategies for the resolution of identified contractual changes. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). 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. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. This is a(n) 18 Engineer and Scientists (Resources and Construction) Career Field position. Defense National Relocation Program may be authorized. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations. Relocation or recruitment incentive may be authorized for eligible candidates based on funding availability. Student Loan Repayment/Advanced in Hire/Advanced Leave Accrual/may be authorized. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs may be authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is in the best interest of the Government. 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.