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Construction Control Representative

Smithsonian

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Architectural Services, Change Requests/Orders, Construction, Construction Control, Construction Engineering, Construction Schedule, Contract Requirements, Cost Estimates, Documentation, Electricity, Federal Government, Identify Issues, Leasing, Legal, Negotiation Skills, Peace Corps, Project Schedule, Training/Teaching, Volunteer Experience
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
1 day ago
Summary

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the Office of Planning, Design and Construction (OPDC). The OPDC is responsible for the Smithsonian's physical infrastructure, which comprises over 700 buildings, other structures and leased spaces many which are designated as historic.

More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

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Duties

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The Construction Control Representative serves as a construction representative in the Construction Division providing the Deputy Director and/or Resident Engineer with a wide range of expertise in architectural, construction, and engineering matters.

In this position, you will:

  • Coordinate on-site inspections during construction and determine that all foundations, structural, mechanical/electrical, and architectural features are installed in compliance with contract plans and specifications.
  • Compile information necessary to formulate reports, presentations, or documentation for construction engineering assignments.
  • Resolve unusual situations including structural, mechanical, electrical, civil and architectural.
  • Troubleshoot construction problems that are unprecedented or present multidisciplinary consideration and need to be integrated into the design.
  • Direct a team of representatives assigned to a project from inception through completion.
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Conditions of employment
  • Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation
  • May need to complete a Probationary Period
  • Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer
  • Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
Conditions of Employment

Qualification requirements, including one year time-in-grade at the next lower grade level for promotion candidates, must be met within 30 days of the job announcement closing date. See the 'Required Documents' section for additional information.

For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions viewable on OPM Website.

Qualifications

Experience: You qualify for this position if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Service or comparable pay band system. For this position specialized experience is defined as inspecting and evaluating components for compliance with plans and specifications; reading, understanding, creating, and evaluating a construction schedule for project greater than $5 million; developing cost estimates; and reviewing and negotiating change orders.

Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual experience.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week.

Important Note:

Your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the occupational questionnaire or other assessment tool for consistency. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Your resume should provide sufficient information regarding how your education and experience relate to this position, including the major duties and qualifications criteria listed.

Additional information
  • This position is included in the bargaining unit.


Recruitment Incentive: Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. However, approval for incentives are contingent upon various availability. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain time period.

Note: This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid.

Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.



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