Construction Control Rep, GS-0809-11 (50949)

About the role

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement for multiple Construction Control Representatives in the South Atlantic Division, Charleston District, Construction Division. Duty location: Charleston, SC. Open period: 19–28 October 2026. The role involves overseeing construction, renovation, and facilities restoration for civil, military, and interagency projects — including barracks, hospitals, dams, levees, and environmental restoration. The Charleston District, designated a World Class Workplace, supports a diverse portfolio across military, interagency, and civil works programs.

Responsibilities

• Review & Planning
  • Analyze plans and specifications to assess project feasibility before construction begins.
  • Ensure adequacy of proposed methods and materials.
  • Develop daily QA activity plans aligned with construction schedules and special assignments.
  • Coordinate QA efforts with engineers and contractors, especially regarding inspections and training.
  • Review material and equipment delivery schedules; recommend methods for expediting.
• Quality Assurance
  • Perform and oversee field quality assurance tests.
  • Conduct preliminary design analysis and cost estimates for potential changes or solutions.
  • Recommend acceptance/rejection of deviations or substitutions proposed by the contractor.
  • Provide supporting data, sketches, and documentation for changes and disputes.
• Construction Oversight
  • Manage detailed quality assurance for concrete, structural steel, foundations, roofing, and other construction aspects.
  • Review plans, specifications, and contractor submissions for approval.
  • Maintain checklists for periodic contract features, including material and equipment samples.
  • Prepare as-built drawings and draft correspondence as needed.
• Dispute Resolution
  • Work informally with contractor’s staff to resolve on-site disputes.
  • Interpret plans and specifications for contractor personnel.
  • Evaluate contractor’s inspection and safety programs.
• Negotiation Support
  • Assist in negotiating field changes by providing insights on contractor proposals, site conditions, and feasibility.
• Safety Monitoring
  • Monitor contractor safety programs for compliance with EM 385-1-1 and other safety regulations.
  • Observe safety practices on-site and address issues through the three-phase inspection system.

Requirements

Specialized Experience (GS-09 equivalent)

• Conducting investigations of civil works and/or military construction sites to ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Monitoring construction schedules and contractor adherence.
• Generating documentation to substantiate compliance and actions taken (e.g., daily reports, progress photos).
• Recommending changes to plans and specifications to correct discrepancies.
• Interpreting engineering and architectural plans and/or specifications.

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Trial or probationary period may be required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Valid state driver’s license required to operate vehicles.
• Temporary Duty (TDY) / business travel required approximately 25% of the time.
• Position may be eligible for situational telework.
• Responsible for observing all safety rules, regulations, and directives applicable to the work assignment.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Benefits

• Recruitment/relocation bonus may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• Service credit for leave may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may be authorized if the selecting official determines relocation is in the government’s best interest (subject to available budget).

Schedule

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Approximately 25% travel (TDY) required.
• Situational telework eligibility.