Construction Manager (Contracting Officer Representative) - Public Buildings Service

Summary As a Construction Manager (Contracting Officer Representative), you will be responsible for performing construction management, technical oversight and contract administration support functions in support of moderate to complex Federal and leasing projects. Location of position GSA-Public Buildings Services (PBS)-Office of Program and Project Management (PX) Learn more about this agency Duties Performs planning, coordination, oversight, administration and management of design, construction and leasing project activities. Responsibilities include reviewing design submissions, monitoring construction progress, coordinating site activities, and supporting acquisition and leasing functions as applicable. Serves as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), acting as the Government's primary technical liaison with contractors and lessors, monitoring performance, inspecting work, and documenting compliance with contractual obligations. Coordinates activities among project stakeholders including architects, engineers, contractors, leasing specialists, budget analysts, building managers and customer agencies and prepares briefings to leadership on costs, impacts, feasibility, alternatives, issues, recommendations and status of project development and implementation. Prepares independent Government estimates and technical analyses of A/E, CM, construction, and leasing-related proposals to support acquisition and negotiation strategies and provides technical support and participates in negotiations with contractors and lessors. Maintains working relationships with Federal client agencies and external stakeholders to support project coordination and participates in meetings with personnel in various Federal agencies to support design, construction, and leasing project execution and coordination. Requirements Conditions of employment US Citizens and National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959 If selected, you must meet the following conditions: 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. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level). 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. Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position The work is primarily sedentary, although there may be some walking or bending involved during construction site visits. Depending upon geographic location of position. The work is usually performed in an office setting except for any necessary travel to attend meetings and conferences or conduct on-site inspections. Visits to customer agencies, contractors' facilities and construction "hard hat" sites are required. Appropriate safety equipment (e.g., hard hat, safety shoes) will be worn during on-site inspections. Qualifications To evaluate your qualifications, your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience described below. Your resume must not exceed two pages. To ensure your qualifications can be fully evaluated, we recommend including the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. 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. The GS-12 salary range starts at $89,508per 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-11 level or higher in the Federal service. Experience providing design and construction management, technical oversight, and contract administration support for construction and/or leasing projects involving new construction, repair and alteration, modernization, and tenant improvement activities involving Federal, commercial, institutional, or industrial facilities. Such experience must include: Reviewing construction-related documents such as drawings, specifications, schedules, invoices, cost estimates, technical submittals, and contractor change requests. Supporting acquisition-related processes, such as preparing statements of work, cost estimates, technical analyses, and other procurement documentation. Analyzing technical, contractual, and project-related issues; evaluating alternatives; and developing practical recommendations and solutions to resolve project issues. Additional information Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches. If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all. 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. You will have access to many benefits including: Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) Life insurance coverage with several options Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) Transit and child care subsidies Flexible spending accounts Long-term care insurance Training and development 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr GSA