Construction Control Representative

Bureau of Reclamation • Farmington, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Reclamation is seeking a career professional to serve as a Construction Control Representative in Farmington, New Mexico. The position supports efforts to meet increasing water demands while protecting the environment. At the GS-11 full-performance level, the role conducts quality-control testing and technical analysis of concrete, soils, aggregates, and other earthen construction materials. It plans, coordinates, and performs laboratory and field testing to determine construction materials’ physical and mechanical properties; reviews construction plans, contract specifications, and technical documentation for compliance; and inspects construction activities, materials-processing facilities, and testing operations to identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions. The representative maintains and calibrates testing equipment, monitors contractor compliance with construction specifications, quality-control requirements, and safety standards, and prepares technical reports documenting test results and recommendations.

The position requires a current American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I certification and a valid state driver's license for travel between remote worksites. Weekend, shift, overtime, and holiday work may be required. Work may include schedules of up to 12 hours per day Monday through Friday, including daily overtime for travel, and support for Quality Assurance testing on the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project. The work is physically demanding and takes place at heavy-equipment construction sites and in outdoor environments with notable safety risks and exposure to weather, noise, dust, fumes, machinery, and other hazards. Telework may be allowed with supervisor approval.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Possess a current American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I certification.
• Possess and maintain a valid state driver's license to travel between remote worksites.
• Meet the GS-10 minimum qualification: at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level, including experience in at least four listed areas.
• Meet the GS-11 minimum qualification: at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-10 level, including experience in at least five listed areas.
• For GS-10, qualifying experience areas include administering construction contracts and monitoring construction activities and progress; inspecting materials and workmanship for contract compliance; preparing as-built drawings; coordinating with contractors on scheduling, plans and specifications, work methods, and acceptability of materials and workmanship; writing detailed construction reports; applying construction safety rules and regulations; and inspecting mechanical or electrical equipment or materials associated with construction projects.
• For GS-11, qualifying experience areas include administering construction contracts and monitoring construction activities and progress; inspecting materials and workmanship for contract compliance; preparing as-built drawings; coordinating with contractors on scheduling, plans and specifications, work methods, and acceptability of materials and workmanship; writing detailed daily status and final construction reports; applying construction safety rules and regulations; inspecting extensive heavy civil construction projects specific to water conveyance; and inspecting mechanical or electrical equipment or materials associated with construction projects.
• Education cannot be substituted for experience.
• Meet applicable time-in-grade requirements if a current Federal employee.
• Provide work hours per week on the resume; current Federal employees may need to provide a non-award SF-50 to validate work schedule and qualifying experience.
• Pass a background investigation and receive favorable adjudication.
• Register for Selective Service if male and born after December 31, 1959.
• Participate in Direct Deposit and successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Meet all qualifications by the announcement closing date of 11/24/2026.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality-control testing and technical analysis of concrete, soils, aggregates, and other earthen construction materials.
• Plan, coordinate, and perform laboratory and field testing to determine the physical and mechanical properties of construction materials.
• Review construction plans, contract specifications, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with established requirements.
• Inspect and assess construction activities, materials-processing facilities, and testing operations; identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory and field-testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
• Monitor contractor compliance with construction specifications, quality-control requirements, and applicable safety standards.
• Prepare technical reports, document testing results, and provide recommendations concerning construction materials and testing procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package available to eligible employees and their families.
• Relocation incentive may be offered to otherwise eligible candidates, subject to a case-by-case decision.

What This Job Offers

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