Civil Engineer (Structural)

This position is located within the Department of Defense (DoD), Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), Facilities Services Directorate (FSD), Federal Facilities Division (FFD), and Pentagon Building Management Office (PBMO). The PBMO serves as the primary support branch for professional and technical engineering support, project management and planning, project review, execution, facilitation, coordination, and building management.

Position: Civil Engineer (Structural)

Grade: GS-0810-13

Location: Arlington, VA

Salary: 117,962-153,354

Clearance: Secret

Responsibilities:

Construction and Engineering:

• Lead civil engineering projects independently or as a project team leader, encompassing substantial scope and complexity.
• Manage civil engineering responsibilities related to design, problem-solving, program management, planning, cost estimating, and project development.
• Oversee contract construction activities, maintaining surveillance over office and field activities associated with a large number of projects.
• Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and schedule programs and projects involving multiple engineering disciplines to support facility systems maintenance, repair, alteration, and renovation.

Technical Expertise:

• Serve as a technical authority for WHS regarding structural and architectural engineering aspects of major construction projects.
• Advise management and colleagues on difficult problems, conduct special studies, and propose options and alternatives.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and DOD guidelines, reviewing and approving landscape architectural features of design and construction documents.

Planning:

• Determine optimal solutions to repair and maintenance issues, developing repair projects and preventive maintenance programs.
• Review plans and specifications of major repair and renovation projects, ensuring adherence to building configuration management standards and relevant codes.
• Direct, acquire, and/or prepare detailed drawings using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) systems.

Program Analysis:

• Track operations and maintenance information and validate resources data entered and maintained in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Develop and administer plans regarding priorities for work and revisions required based on changes in plans.
• Analyze data, develop graphs, charts, and other visual presentations covering maintenance programs, and provide advisory services to managers and supervisors.

Contracting Officer Representation:

• Support the development and management of contracts and requirements packages.
• Assist in developing, executing, and managing short and long-term requirements, and monitor accuracy and timely submission of proposed procurement packages.
• Apply knowledge of Government procurement practices and procedures to procure contract services.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
2. Extensive experience in civil engineering, project management, and construction oversight.
3. Demonstrated expertise in structural and architectural engineering principles and practices.
4. Proficiency in Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) systems.
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
6. Knowledge of Government procurement practices and regulations.
7. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
8. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to excellence and attention to detail.