US Army Corps of Engineers · 2 days ago
Interdisciplinary Engineer/Architect (Design Manager), GS-08XX-12/13, Direct Hire Authority (DHA) (86108)
Mobile, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expThe US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking an Interdisciplinary Engineer/Architect (Design Manager) for their South Atlantic Division, Mobile District. The role involves managing planning, design, and construction projects, ensuring technical quality and compliance with standards.
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U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide professional engineering expertise for contract design drawings, technical specifications, feasibility studies, and scopes of work
Manage and review complex, multidisciplinary designs across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and architectural engineering
Serve as the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for Architect-Engineer (A-E) contracts, including contract analysis and negotiation support
Lead technical and administrative management of in-house and A-E design efforts, ensuring compliance with DoD and industry standards
Coordinate planning, design, cost engineering, construction, and environmental considerations for large, complex projects
Monitor project performance, schedules, and costs; implement corrective actions to maintain quality and delivery objectives
Identify and resolve technical and management issues, develop quality management plans, and endorse all project deliverables
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering from a program accredited by ABET
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in architecture
One year of specialized experience for GS-12 which includes: (1) Working on multi-discipline technical study, design, or construction teams familiar with engineering and architectural concepts of vertical, horizontal, civil works, and/or highly technical projects; (2) Conducting technical and quality reviews of engineering and construction products such as designs, plans and specifications, costs, studies, and reports; (3) Experience managing multiple projects or a variety of projects; and/or (4) Demonstrating an in responsibilities or duties in either analysis, design, or construction
One year of specialized experience for GS-13 which includes: (1) Management, oversight, coordination, and execution of multi-discipline technical study, design, or construction teams for complex and/or highly technical projects and/or programs; (2) Serves as the primary point of contact for technical issues related to project design and responds directly to customer, stakeholder, and/or agencies; (3) Provides or oversees technical reviews for quality control and quality assurance; and/or (4) Establishes policy and standard operating procedures to ensure overall design quality
Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration
All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment
A trial or probationary period may be required
Direct deposit of pay is required
This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time
Contracting Officer Representative (COR) certification within one year of employment
The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter
This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or its possessions to operate vehicles
Benefits
Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus
Service credit for leave
Student loan repayment
Company
US Army Corps of Engineers
U.S.
10001+ employees
Funding
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