CIVIL ENGINEER

Summary You will serve as a CIVIL ENGINEER for the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation. Vacancies are available within the Technical Service Center's Plant Structures, Civil Structures, Construction Management and Specifications, Geotechnical, and Materials and Corrosion Laboratory groups. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants. Clarification from the agency This announcement is open to U.S. Citizens or Nationals; and Career transition eligibles (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL). This position will be filled under the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Veteran's preference and traditional competitive rating and ranking of applications do not apply. All qualified applicants who meet the cutoff score will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration for the position. Duties Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Makes engineering recommendations and/or decisions based on engineering analysis. Prepares, or oversees the preparation of, and reviews technical documentation such as technical memorandums and reports, engineering study analyses and results, correspondence, publications, design criteria, calculations, design summaries, design standards, designer's operating criteria, operating procedures, evaluation and oversight reports, value studies reports, inspection and assessment reviews, impact assessments, permit applications, and/or construction plans and reports. Prepares, or oversees the preparation of, and reviews construction related documentation such as quantity estimate worksheets, specifications, constructability reviews, solicitation packages, required planning, final design, and procurement construction cost estimates such as Independent Government Cost Estimates and contract correspondence including responses to submittals and Request for Information. Provides technical reviews, peer reviews, and checking of designs, drawings, engineering analysis, and technical documents, specifications, and contract correspondence, ensuring documents are accurate and quality assurance processes were followed. Identifies and analyzes problems; distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical decisions and develops solutions and communicating effectively with all levels and types of organizations and audiences. Leads the creation, coordination, and documentation of the Project Management Plan, ensuring accountability by defining project scope, objectives, schedule, budget, quality expectations, resources, communication protocols, and risk management strategies Monitors, evaluates, and oversees project execution to ensure technical quality, cost control, schedule adherence, and compliance with standards. Includes reviewing operations, tracking progress, integrating project activities, inspecting costs and performance, and ensuring deliverables meet organizational expectations. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. Must have a current Professional Engineering (PE) registration or AMPP/NACE Cathodic Protection Technician (CP2) credential, or AMPP/NACE Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP2) credential. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This probationary period is an extension of the appointment …

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