Installation/Station CES QA/PM, 13 SWS
Description
The selected individual manages the Civil Engineering (CE) Quality Assurance (QA) Program and acts as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)/Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) to oversee contracted facility operations, maintenance, and repair services in strict compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
This professional leverages advanced civil engineering expertise to manage new construction, renovation, and modernization projects across multiple funding streams—including MILCON, sustainment, and Unspecified Minor Military Construction (UMMC)—while maintaining critical Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs), inspection logs, and contract modifications.
Acting as an Activity Management Plan (AMP) Manager, they establish short- and long-range infrastructure priorities based on mission risk and life-cycle return on investment to advocate for resources at the Corporate Board.
Additionally, they serve as the vital liaison between the Commander, Contracting Officer, and key external construction and support agents—such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), and the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC)—to evaluate contractor performance, resolve complex operational deficiencies, and continuously improve surveillance methodologies.
Key Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of Civil Engineering Principles: Professional knowledge of civil engineering concepts, principles, and practices (consistent with the GS-0800 Engineering and Architecture Group classification standards) applicable to the design, construction, sustainment, and maintenance of installation facilities and infrastructure.
Knowledge of Construction Standards and Regulations: Comprehensive knowledge of the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), national building codes, occupational safety regulations (e.g., OSHA), and environmental compliance requirements relevant to installation construction and engineering projects.
Skill in Quality Assurance and Contract Surveillance: Advanced skill in applying quality assurance methodologies and performing contractor surveillance—including development and use of Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs), site inspections, structural evaluation, and material testing validation—to ensure compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), technical directives, and contractual requirements.
Knowledge of Contract Administration and Acquisition: Knowledge of federal contracting and acquisition principles and the duties of a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)/Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE), including surveillance and documentation of contractor performance, preparation and tracking of deficiency reports (TDVs, DSVs, UCRs) and change orders, and support to source selection, in accordance with the CO's Designation Letter, the FAR/DFARS, and applicable Air Force guidance.
Ability to Interpret Technical Engineering Data: High proficiency in reading, interpreting, and analyzing complex engineering drawings, architectural plans, schematics, contract specifications, and technical orders.
perform root-cause analysis on engineering defects or systemic process failures, evaluate project and trend data, and develop technically sound, cost-effective corrective actions.
Skill in Technical Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills to articulate complex engineering concepts, draft precise technical documentation and inspection reports, and negotiate or enforce compliance with contractors, senior leaders, and other officials.
Requirements
Must be a U.S Citizen.
Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in TS Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties of the position.
A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 20 days per year.
PCS is not authorized.
Incentive is not authorized.