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Engineering Technician

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
CNIC Headquarters N944
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Summary

This position is assigned to the Facilities Section; Facilities and Construction Contracting Branch; Fleet & Family Readiness (FFR) Support Services; Commander, Navy Installations Command; Millington, TN. Incumbent serves as a Headquarters Construction Project Manager supporting Navy FFR. The mission is to administer the Navy-wide program for the planning, project nomination, programming, design, construction, repair, renovation, alteration, conversion, and maintenance of FFR facilities.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
04/23/2025 to 05/23/2025
Salary
$75,000 to - $90,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
NSA Mid-South
Millington, TN
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
25-12723149
Control number
835785500

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Clarification from the agency

Must be willing to relocate to reside within a 50-mile radius of Naval Support Activity (NSA) Mid-South; Millington, TN. The first cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications will be May 7, 2025; after this date additional referral lists will be created as vacancies are available. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement.

Duties

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In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.

Construction Project Management duties include but are not limited to:

  • Provides overall coordination of the construction and contract requirements of CNIC HQ FFR facilities (e.g., recreation; community support; lodging; and/or Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) business-based activity facilities) including new construction, renovation, and/or conversion of existing facilities. Plans, organizes, coordinates, and executes facilities' project construction schedule.
  • Provides support to the Region Project Managers in all aspects of facilities construction related work.
  • Assists in preparation of project nominations. Facilitates the Project Validation Assessment (PVA) team's site assessments to determine program user needs/facility demands, estimation of local competition with the program, and operational analysis. Utilizes Navy Facility Asset Data Store (NFADS) database to review information regarding the evaluation of existing facilities, physical condition, functional adequacy, compliance with applicable safety regulations, etc. Reviews the PVA draft and final reports for accuracy/feasibility.
  • Develops Acquisition Plan for assigned project(s) by identifying and organizing responsibilities and support required to execute project(s); and developing and monitoring project schedule(s), budget(s) for construction, design and construction management services, and collateral equipment. Prepares purchase request(s) and independent government estimates for construction, renovation, contract modifications, task orders, and delivery orders. Works closely with contracting officers to ensure procurement integrity and separation of functions between Project Management and Contracting.
  • Prepares statements of work (SOW) for all solicitation and contract types, including modifications for change orders. Coordinates required documents from local Base (Non-appropriated Fund Instrumentality, Public Works (PW), Facilities Engineering and Acquisition Division, or Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC)). Prepares evaluation plans for complex procurements or those that exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. May prepare independent government estimates for new work and modifications to award documents.
  • Corresponds with the activity PW office on construction issues impacting the execution of project(s) in order to resolve issues at the earliest possible time, enabling adequate control of costs and/or time extensions at the programming level, prior to actual execution.
  • Reviews A/E submissions, specifications, cost estimates, technical planning documents, project documentation, and project status reports involving new construction, repair, renovation, alteration, and expansion of facilities, to ensure these meet request for proposal intent, specifications, and constructability. Coordinates A/E design development with commercial A/E firms (e.g. coordinates meetings to review different phases of design and construction); NAVFAC; and Navy, non-Navy Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, and other governmental agencies.
  • Develops design problem statements and continuously reviews FFR project(s) through all phases of planning, programming, design, construction to include monitoring and evaluating performance of all project related activities. Participates as Design Manager (entails program specific requirements/specifications i.e. fitness, FFSC) when assigned to NAVFAC executed NAF or Military Construction (MILCON) projects. Participates in source selection and technical evaluation boards for NAF and appropriated fund (APF) projects.
  • Renders on-site design assistance, including, but not limited to provision of concept sketches and AutoCAD drawings with design alternatives, product/finish recommendations, and project nomination/execution guidance.
  • Supports the Capital Requirements Coordinator as needed, in the day-to-day operations of the NAF Capital Program (e.g., screening/commenting on nominations)). Assists with data collection, verification of accuracy, and transfer to reports and briefings for upper-level management and new employees within the enterprise. Reports may be data calls, status reports, and briefings for the annual Non-Appropriated Fund Construction (NAFCON) program as it moves through the approval process. May assist in development or conducting training in the form of face-to-face sessions, webinars, or similar formats.
  • Participates on committees and provides input to changes to instructions, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), and other documents relating to Navy NAF facilities.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Must be willing to relocate to reside within a 50-mile radius of Naval Support Activity (NSA) Mid-South; Millington, TN.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses at least one the following:

  • 3 years of specialized experience in applying engineering concepts, principles and practices applicable to a range of engineering disciplines (e.g., civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, architectural, environmental) required for the design, layout, and execution of processes of construction operations in order to monitor compliance with and provide input on construction projects.
  • Certification by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies, an organization sponsored by the National Society of Professional Engineers.
A qualified candidate also possesses the following:
  • Knowledge of and the ability to apply engineering concepts, principles and practices applicable to a range of engineering disciplines (i.e, civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, architectural, environmental) required for the design, layout, execution processes of construction operations in order to monitor compliance with and provide input on construction projects.
  • Knowledge of the principles, concepts, practices, and techniques of administration of NAF Capital Programs to include design, operations, and management of recreation, community support, lodging, and/or MWR business-based activity facilities.
  • Knowledge of environmental and economic considerations along with industry trends in recreation, community support, lodging, and/or MWR business-based activity facilities.
  • Knowledge of DoD planning, programming, and budgeting for NAF and APF budgeting and accounting systems and applicable laws, rules, regulations, directives, and instructions.
  • Knowledge of the organization, structure, and operation methods of DoD, Department of the Navy (DON), CNIC, NAVFAC, local commands, etc., in order to appropriately frame inquiries and provide responses related to the planning and execution of assigned project(s)/tasks.
  • Knowledge of acquisition methodologies currently in use within industry and government.
  • Skill in preparing SOW for construction projects including new SOW and modifications for change orders in accordance with current codes and regulations.
  • Skill in the use of standard industry software (e.g., AutoCAD).
  • Ability to interpret construction guidance specifications to ensure compliance with requests for proposals, SOWs, contracts, and related project documents.
  • Ability to coordinate construction and renovation projects.
  • Ability to analyze project specifications, proposals, construction plans, etc.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

There is no positive education requirement for this position.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

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