About the opportunity
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Superintendent, Senate Office Buildings (SOB), Facility Support Division, Project Delivery Branch. The General Engineer (Construction Management) serves as a Project Manager responsible for developing and managing the design and construction of multi-million dollar SOB facilities renewal and improvement projects. The incumbent implements state-of-the-art design, prepares project schedules, monitors construction progress, and serves as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to ensure contractor performance meets specifications, quality, and budget requirements. The role involves providing technical advice, conducting site surveys, and managing projects in occupied buildings of historic significance.
Salary and benefits
- Health insurance plans
- Retirement system with investment options
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick and annual leave
- Life insurance
- Incentive systems
- Subsidized transportation
- Training and development opportunities
- Student Loan Repayment Program
Who can apply?
- Must be a citizen of the United States, or meet specific requirements for permanent residents, refugees, asylees, or nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands
- Must meet OPM qualification requirements for the GS-13 grade level
- Must possess at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service
- Must meet specific education requirements in professional engineering (ABET-accredited degree or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Must be able to pass a drug test
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System
Required documents
- Resume
- Answers to the online vacancy assessment questionnaire
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 2026-09-25 at 23:59:59
How to apply
- Create an account on the USAJOBS website
- Apply online through the USAJOBS portal
- Submit the required resume and complete the online vacancy assessment questionnaire
- Monitor application status through the USAJOBS account
Additional information
- This is a permanent, full-time Excepted Service position
- Salary range: $121,785 – $158,322 per annum
- Subject to a one-year trial/probationary period
- Subject to a criminal record check by the U.S. Capitol Police
- Moving and relocation expenses are not authorized
- The Architect of the Capitol is an E-VERIFY participant
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Engineers with an ABET-accredited degree and specialized experience equivalent to the the GS-12 grade level.
- Professionals skilled in project scheduling, design management, and serving as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
- U.S. citizens looking for a permanent, full-time role in Washington, D.C.
What should you think carefully about?
- Lacks authorization for moving and relocation expenses.
- The role is subject to a criminal record check by the U.S. Capitol Police.
- Applicants must meet specific OPM GS-13 grade level qualifications.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer to manage multi-million dollar projects in historically significant buildings, blending technical construction management with high-level federal administration.
Our take
Experienced project managers in construction and engineering with federal GS-12 experience are the primary targets for this prestigious permanent role in D.C.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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