Construction Representative Jobs

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 Smithsonian Institution’s Office of Smithsonian Facilities (SF), Office of Facilities Management and Reliability (OFMR). The Office of Facilities Management and Reliability provides the full range of building services through maintenance and operational zones. Responsibilities The Construction Control Representative provides expertise in facility maintenance, contracting techniques to best support building systems and execution of maintenance projects. In this position, you will: Acts as principal maintenance representative and contact on maintenance contracts, projects or programs with high visibility, sensitivity and fiscal responsibility. Serves as the contracting office's technical representative (COTR) for multiple (up to 50) maintenance contracts; oversees the management and integration of contractor operations, works closely with professional engineers, and maintenance operators engaged in maintenance activities. Oversees inspections of projects, including performing surveillance of contractor processes; problem investigation and resolution; validation of corrective actions; technical coordination; and liaison between the contractors and Smithsonian Institution personnel. Provides technical assistance and advice to other OFMR staff members and private contractors, including review of phase, milestone and final project work to ensure conformance with SF maintenance criteria, practices automated database software as a management tool to collect and track maintenance data and activities. Reviews design documents prepared by engineers/architects both within and outside of SF for a variety of maintenance projects to ensure quality of design, technical accuracy and specification clarity, system compatibility; offering alternative solutions or unique operational resolutions. Formulates systems, procedures and guidelines which will enhance efficiency and effectiveness of program planning, plans and specifications development and maintenance management methods including quality assurance. Requirements 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. Qualification requirements, including one year time-in-grade at the next lower grade level for promotion candidates, must be met by the closing date of the announcement. 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 have 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 interpreting plans and specifications during construction; coordinating on-site inspections; leading a team of crafts/trades persons engaged in construction work; and monitoring construction contract costs to ensure projects remain within budget. 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. Education Additional Information This position is included in the bargaining unit. Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Office of Human Resources. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: Position title; Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); Agency; and, Beginning and ending dates of appointment. 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.