Structural Engineer

Duties
Summary
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) in the Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE). The selectee will serve on projects involving the study, design, construction, rehabilitation, inspection and/or testing of structural systems and their associated components to include but not limited to including building frames, foundations, tunnels, retaining structures, vibration‐sensitive elements, blast‐resistant components, and historic preservation.

Requirements
Qualifications
You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards.

Specialized experience:
is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. For the GS-13: Candidates for the GS-13 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-12) grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position must demonstrate the following: Structural engineering experience of complex, monumental, historically significant and mission-critical buildings and building-supporting structures. Coordinating and providing oversight of project lifecycles, including planning, design, construction, commissioning and close-out. Developing project requirements and specifications for new construction, renovations, and improvements to facilities. Evaluating studies, plans, design specifications and progress reports for architectural, engineering and construction processes and projects. Serving as a Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) or equivalent for construction projects. For the GS-14: Candidates for the GS-14 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-13) grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position must demonstrate the following: Structural engineering experience of complex, monumental, historically significant and mission-critical buildings and building-supporting structures. Serving as the planning and program manager of major projects, from the planning/programming stage through the design, construction and equipment installation stages, to the checkout and commissioning stage or other project completion milestone. Developing project requirements and specifications for new construction, renovations, and improvements to facilities. Evaluating studies, plans, design specifications and progress reports for architectural, engineering and construction processes and projects. Coordinating and overseeing assigned project work elements in the project contract. Serving as Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) or equivalent for construction projects.

The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety and Empower (RISE).