Interdisciplinary (Quality Assurance Engineer)
About The Position
This position serves as a Quality Assurance Engineer for civil and military projects under the jurisdiction of the Latin America & Caribbean District. The work applies electrical engineering theories, practices, and methodology, along with knowledge of construction methods, equipment, and management practices. The role supports construction contract administration across project phases and may serve as Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), assuming Project Engineer duties in that person’s absence. The position supports post-award construction contract activities, including site inspections, reviews of submittals and design documents, RFI reviews, Value Engineering Change Proposals, and other contract documentation. It also supports contract modifications, change orders, contractor claims, and related work. The engineer reviews and certifies complex project plans and specifications through the BCOES process, evaluates constructability and design feasibility, and works with multidisciplinary stakeholders during pre-bid and design phases to support compliance, cost efficiency, and project execution. Regular field audits and construction-site visits assess adherence to quality management program standards. This is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation for appointment to the competitive service. The position requires temporary duty travel 25% of the time, a valid driver’s license in good standing, and pre-employment and annual financial disclosure. Appointment may require a background investigation and is subject to a one-year probationary period. Multiple positions may be filled. PCS allowances and recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. Direct deposit is required.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Meet the basic education or education-and-experience requirements for Engineer (General/Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) or Architect, as applicable.
- For the GS-12 level, have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-11 in the federal service applying engineering or architectural principles to construction projects.
- Specialized experience must include assisting with construction quality assurance through inspections and review of contractor quality control documentation for compliance with contract requirements.
- Specialized experience must include reviewing construction plans, specifications, and submittals to identify potential conflicts or non-compliance.
- Specialized experience must include assisting with construction contract administration by gathering data for potential modifications or preparing basic cost estimates.
- Have a valid driver’s license in good standing.
- Complete a background investigation if required by the suitability or fitness determination.
- Submit pre-employment and annual financial disclosure reports.
- Complete a one-year probationary period unless previously meeting the stated regulatory requirements.
- Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- Use of foreign education to meet qualifications requires evaluation by a qualified private organization or full credit for the courses from a U.S.-accredited college or university.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and assume Project Engineer duties in the Project Engineer’s absence.
- Support post-award construction contract activities, including regular site visits and inspections.
- Review submittals, design documents, Requests for Information (RFIs), Value Engineering Change Proposals (VECPs), and other contract documentation.
- Support contract administration related to modifications, change orders, contractor claims, and associated construction contract work.
- Review and certify complex project plans and specifications through the BCOES process.
- Evaluate constructability and design feasibility.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary stakeholders during pre-bid and design phases to support compliance, cost efficiency, and successful project execution.
- Conduct Design and Construction Evaluation (DCE) field audits and evaluations through regular construction-site visits.
- Ensure adherence to quality management program standards.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable rules and agency determination.
- Recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
