Engineering Technician (Civil), GS-0802-12, (01814)

USACE Organization Great Lakes and Ohio River Division (LRD) - Nashville District Announcement Type: TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) Position Type: Permanent Location: Kuttawa, KY Position Overview Administers and manages construction projects at a field office, including contract modifications, quality assurance, and oversight of vertical and civil construction, rehabilitation, and renovation projects (e.g., dams, flood protection, hydropower, and environmental restoration). Performs contract administration functions such as issuing requests for proposals, negotiating contract changes, preparing government estimates, reviewing contractor submittals, and ensuring all contract documentation and close-out requirements are met. Conducts quality assurance activities by reviewing plans and specifications, participating in constructability reviews, supervising inspection of work in progress, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and coordinating resolution of deficiencies. Enforces safety standards by reviewing contractor safety plans, inspecting safety precautions, conducting safety meetings, and implementing work stoppages when significant violations occur. Provides technical advice and coordination to Resident Office staff, contractors, and other stakeholders, acting as a consultant on complex construction issues and serving as a liaison between field and engineering divisions. Basic Qualifications One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service which includes managing, advising, and/or coordinating office staff or contract employees of construction management services, interpreting plans and specifications, ensuring quality of construction projects, gathering data and preparing estimates for contracts and/or change of orders, providing technical advice between office staff and Engineers that may require major design review or assistance. Other Conditions and Requirements A one-year trial/probationary period may be required. Position may require travel up to (10%) of duty time. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances ARE NOT authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license to perform the duties. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Pay will be set based on duty location and grade level. Qualifications Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule Qualification Standards ( 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 factor. Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr US Army Corps of Engineers