Supervisory Civil Engineer (Highway) (COE) - DIRECT HIRE

Federal Highway Administration•Saltillo, MS

About The Position

This position is in the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Federal Lands Highway (FLH) Division and serves as an expert in construction operations and survey matters. The role supervises engineers and technicians who administer contracts for highway and bridge construction projects on Federal Lands managed by other Federal agencies, such as the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service, across a multi-state area. The incumbent contributes to business objectives and quality initiatives, promotes partnering, and oversees construction project administration. The work includes reviewing plans and contract documents, participating in pre-construction conferences, coordinating with partner agencies, and reviewing or initiating contract changes and work orders. The position requires engineering education meeting federal engineering-series requirements and at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 for GS-13 consideration. The role involves travel and may require a one-year probationary period. A security investigation and financial disclosure are required.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship and U.S. national status.
Meet the engineering education requirements for the series and provide transcripts for verification.
For GS-13, at least one year of experience equivalent to GS-12, including experience as a project engineer in charge or equivalent serving as the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) administering highway and/or bridge construction contracts.
Experience supervising or leading staff performing highway construction project or inspection activities.
Experience coordinating with project partners and/or other stakeholders to resolve issues affecting highway or bridge construction projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of civil engineering and building and construction.
Effective oral communication, including clear presentations, listening, and responding appropriately.
Clear, concise, organized, and convincing written communication.
Meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Complete a required background security investigation with favorable adjudication.
Submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter.
New supervisors must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period unless already completed.
A one-year probationary period may be required as a condition of employment.
Retain and use a government contractor-issued travel card for official business only.

Responsibilities

Participate in developing business objectives and implementing quality initiatives to improve systems, processes, products, and services and increase customer focus.
Share and promote partnering concepts.
Supervise professional engineers and technicians engaged in construction project administration and oversight.
Review preliminary plans, specifications, and estimates for constructability and adequacy; identify potential construction issues and recommend changes to improve the product or value.
Participate in pre-construction conferences with contractor representatives, cooperating agencies, and other interested parties.
Maintain frequent liaison with partner-agency representatives, generally from State or Federal government agencies.
Review and approve change orders, directives, and suspension and resumption work orders.
Initiate major or complex supplemental agreements and contract change orders.