Job Description
The Norfolk District, Construction Division of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hiring a Construction Control Representative to serve as a Team Leader in the Area/Resident Office.
This role directs and coordinates field staff and contractors to ensure adherence to policies, schedules, and quality standards. You will oversee construction phases, review plans and specifications, and prepare estimates for changes.
This position is ideal for experienced construction professionals who want to apply their expertise in a federal setting, ensuring projects meet specifications and deadlines.
Qualification
This position is open to US citizens under Direct Hire Authority. You must meet specialized experience requirements at the GS-11 or GS-12 level. Education cannot be substituted for experience.
- Who May Apply: US Citizens.
- Experience includes paid and unpaid work, including volunteer service through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations.
- Specialized Experience for GS-11: One year of experience reviewing plans for conformity with project requirements (locality, field conditions); monitoring contractor quality control and safety programs; preparing pay estimates based on work completed, materials, and equipment; observing all construction phases for compliance with schedules, specifications, and shop drawings.
- Specialized Experience for GS-12: One year of experience contributing to review processes (biddability, constructability, operability) prior to contract award; serving as liaison between multiple organizations for construction project administration; processing modifications, claims, and purchase requests; evaluating contractor compliance with quality control and safety requirements; observing all construction phase…
- Experience must be at the next lower grade level: GS-10 for GS-11, GS-11 for GS-12.
- No substitution of education for experience is permitted.
- Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; transcripts are required if qualifying based on education.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- Proof of US Citizenship is required.
Role Responsibilities
Review plans and specifications to ensure team members are familiar with job requirements.
- Oversee and verify preparation of sketches and estimates for required changes.
- Liaise between team members and contractors to coordinate work, resolve controversial problems, and conflicting interests.
- Monitor accurate, timely reporting of construction site concerns such as progress, delays, claims, accidents, and injuries to document adherence to schedules and budget constraints.
- Confer with contractors on work schedules, submission of shop drawings, materials, and certification for testing and approval.
- Direct and coordinate field staff and contractors/subcontractors to ensure adherence to policies and schedules.
- Control quality of construction and gather data for estimates, change orders, and progress reports.
- Ensure safety compliance on construction sites.
Conditions & Requirements
Appointment subject to suitability or fitness determination via background investigation.
- One-year probationary period unless previously met requirements per 5 CFR Part 11.
- Must possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 US states or possessions.
- Project assignments may vary location from the Area Office, requiring a change of station move through Management Directed Reassignment.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
- Selection subject to restrictions from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
- This is a developmental position to GS-12; promotion to full performance level is not guaranteed and requires meeting time-in-grade restrictions and performance criteria.
Benefits
Complete benefits package as a federal employee, including health insurance, retirement, and paid leave.
- Eligibility for benefits depends on position type (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).
- Recruitment Incentive may be authorized.
- Relocation Incentive may be authorized.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized.
Additional Information
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation for certain personnel of the DoD workforce.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- This is an Engineers and Scientists Career Field position.
- If you are a reemployed annuitant, see the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
- For questions, contact the Army Applicant Help Desk via the website provided in the announcement.
- Do not mail applications; the address provided is for correspondence only.
- Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear virus scan.
About Company
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is a federal agency under the Department of Defense that provides engineering services to the nation, including construction management for military and civil works projects. The Norfolk District, Construction Division oversees construction projects in the Virginia region, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with federal standards. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects in a structured, public service environment with opportunities for career growth. Norfolk District, Construction Division is named as the hiring organisation for the Construction Control Representative post.
FAQs
What does a Construction Control Representative do at the US Army Corps of Engineers?
You will serve as a Team Leader in the Area/Resident Office, directing field staff and contractors to ensure construction projects adhere to plans, schedules, and budgets. Duties include reviewing plans, monitoring quality control and safety, preparing pay estimates, and resolving issues between team members and contractors.
Can I apply if I have a degree but no specialized experience?
No, education cannot be substituted for experience for this position. You must have one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-10 for GS-11, GS-11 for GS-12) as described in the qualifications.
Is telework available for this position?
Yes, situational telework is available as determined by agency policy. However, this is not a remote position; you will be expected to work onsite at the Area/Resident Office or project sites as needed.
What documents are required to apply?
You need a resume (two pages or less), responses to the online questionnaire, and proof of eligibility (e.g., citizenship, veterans preference). If you are a current federal employee, include your most recent performance appraisal. Transcripts are required if you are using education to qualify.
How long does the application process take?
After submitting your application, you will receive an email acknowledgment. The review process may take several weeks. You can check your application status in your the official application portal account.
What is the selection process under Direct Hire Authority?
Under DHA, applications are reviewed as received, and qualified candidates may be referred to the hiring manager without traditional rating and ranking. Veterans and military spouses are considered alongside all other candidates.