Construction Control Representative

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Southport, NC

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About The Position

This public notice flyer notifies interested applicants of anticipated vacancies and will be used as positions become available; there may or may not be actual vacancies filled from the flyer. Applications will not be accepted through the flyer. Interested applicants should review its “How to Apply” section for information about being considered.

The Construction Control Representative works on construction projects, including multi-million-dollar water control and flood protection projects. The role reviews proposed contract plans and specifications, inspects materials and work in progress, checks contractor compliance with contract requirements, safety rules, and environmental regulations, and reports construction progress. The position also supports recommendations for contract changes and maintains effective working relationships with contractors, local sponsors, and representatives of other organizations.

This is a competitive-service position recruited under a Direct Hire Authority. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and meet the stated specialized experience requirements. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation. The position requires a one-year probationary period and direct deposit of pay.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• At least one year of specialized experience reading and understanding plans and specifications; inspecting materials and workmanship for quality, safety, and contractual compliance; reviewing contractor-submitted documents; inspecting construction and contractor quality control; providing input to project engineers based on contract specifications, trade practices, and project-site observations; and furnishing construction progress information and report data.
• Specialized experience must include experience with earthwork and concrete work, such as planning and scheduling construction phases; site and foundation preparation; erecting concrete forms; mixing, placing, and curing reinforced concrete; and installing mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11).
• Applicants relying on foreign education must provide evidence that it has been evaluated and deemed equivalent to education in an accredited U.S. program, or that qualifying course credit has been granted by an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Meet any suitability or fitness determination required following a background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Review and recommend amendments or revisions to proposed contract plans and specifications to ensure conformity with overall project requirements and local field conditions.
• Inspect construction materials and all phases of work in progress.
• Read and interpret contract plans and specifications and enforce compliance with contractor representatives.
• Reject non-conforming safety practices, workmanship, and materials.
• Inspect equipment operations, work premises, and practices for compliance with safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Recommend contract modifications to address unforeseen conditions, correct design deficiencies, or improve construction.
• Collect and prepare material test samples for shipment or delivery.
• Maintain effective working relationships with the contractor, local sponsor, and representatives of other organizations.
• Prepare, review, and submit daily inspection and construction progress reports.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed