Summary
About the Position: This announcement is for an Interdisciplinary - Contract Administration Lead, GS-13, position within the Rock Island District, Engineering and Construction Division, Construction Branch located in Rock Island, IL and may be filled under any of the following occupational series, depending on the qualifications of the applicant and needs of the agency: Architect, 0808 Civil Engineer, 0810 Environmental Engineer, 0819 Mechanical Engineer, 0830 Electrical Engineer, 0850
Duties
Work is performed in direct support of, and in coordination with, Resident and Area Engineers and Chief, Construction Branch, as well as other office and District technical and administrative specialists.
Responsible for direction and performance of activities involving primarily construction quality assurance work for the Branch surveillance and supervision of contract construction activities at various geographically dispersed project sites.
Perform a variety of specialized technical construction oriented and related project management duties in the completion of Technical Manager (TM) assignments.
Provide input as appropriate to establish a realistic construction program and that monetary funding is properly allocated to the program.
Perform or direct pre-award investigations and review, provide direct contract administration assistance to Area Engineers, reviews contract specifications and drawings for biddability, constructability, operability and environmental compliance.
Review solicitation documents, provisions, and schedules, and technical and administrative submittals from contractors.
Investigate situations in controversy with contractor which have or are expected to lead to formal claims by the contractor, arising out of such things as contract changes, labor strikes, unfavorable weather, unforeseen working conditions, etc.
Determine justifiable time extensions resulting from contract changes or due to excusable causes as provided for under terms of the contract.
Perform direct support of, and in coordinate with, Resident and Area Engineers and Chief, Construction Branch, as well as other office and District technical and administrative specialists.
Develop written operating procedures and technical guidance for the branch
Confer with Chief, Construction Branch, other District program managers and specialists, and resident or area engineers in planning, directing, and coordinating construction activities at the various project locations throughout the District.
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. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork The USA Hire Assessments includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.