U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) - New England District

https://www.tapevents.mil/courses/skbg

Detailed listing

Delivery

In person source value: In-Person

Length

More than 26 weeks source value: More than 180 days

Branches

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Career field

Transportation and Material Moving

Summary

This is a developmental position designed to provide on the job training to provide the incumbent with the knowledges, skills and/or abilities to perform at the target grade GS-12 as a Quality Assurance Construction Representative.

What the work involves

Tasks will include onsite construction oversight of dredging contractor’s activities, contractor submittal reviews, inspection of materials and workmanship, providing quality assurance documentation, attending meetings with the customer, stakeholders, and USACE personnel, and any other activities required to assist the Government’s coordinated oversight of a contractors’ construction activities. “Onsite” is defined as on the dredge as well as at all applicable areas of the work area as needed to observe the construction activities. Riding of the scow/tug/hopper dredge to the disposal area is not required. The Project Engineer and/or Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for the New England District will periodically review the relationship between the Quality Assurance Construction Representative, other Government employees, and the dredging contractors so that all roles and functions remain clear. The Quality Assurance Construction Representative shall not, under any circumstances, give direction or clarification to the Contractor’s. As this is a USACE administered contract, only the USACE Project Engineer, COR, ACO, or KO may provide clarification or direction to the contractor.

Locations

• New Haven, CT
• 696 Virginia Rd, Concord, MA

US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), New England District

Partial listing

Delivery

In person source value: In-Person

Length

Duration not stated The DoD listing does not state a length for this program. Ask the organization directly.

Branches

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Career field

Farming, Fishing, and Forestry, Protective Service

Summary

This position provides training and hands-on experience in the core responsibilities of a GS-11/12 Project Engineer supporting military, civil works, and environmental construction projects. The role focuses on developing skills in construction management, quality assurance, field engineering, and safety leadership.

What the work involves

Construction Management (35%): • Perform construction management tasks in accordance with District Project Management Business Process (PMBP) and relevant policies for military, civil works, and environmental projects. • Assist in the preparation of Project Management Plans (PMP) and subsequent changes to the project's scope, schedule, and budget. • Gain experience in proper contract administration, including determining the need for and proposing contract modifications, preparing cost estimates, and participating in negotiations. • Review and monitor contractor’s construction progress, schedules, and requests for payment, making recommendations for approval based on progress and quality of work. • Communicate with contractors, customers, designers, and stakeholders on project-related matters, and participate in Pre-Construction and QC Coordination Meetings. • Execute responsibilities as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Quality Assurance (30%): • Implement the government Quality Assurance (QA) program, including conducting QA/Quality Control (QC) coordination meetings and reviewing contractor QC plans. • Ascertain the effectiveness of the contractor's QC system by attending Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up inspections. • Review contractor submittals (e.g., shop drawings, samples, data) for compliance with contract documents. • Perform Biddability/Constructability/Operability/Environmental (BCOE) reviews of proposed construction documents and manage design submittals from design-build contractors. • Field Engineering (20%): • Apply general knowledge of construction practices to assess the quality of work, estimate work accomplished, and evaluate the safety status of the site. • Conduct investigations and site visits to develop solutions for problems related to design and differing site conditions. • Make immediate field decisions to clarify contract requirements and provide judgments on the quality of materials and construction methods, taking into account the impact and urgency of the situation. • Safety & Leadership (15%): • Ensure safe working conditions are maintained as required by the contract and resident office safety policy. • Maintain surveillance over construction operations and take appropriate action to correct potentially hazardous conditions. • Render instruction and advice to one or more lower-grade engineers or technicians in the execution of construction activities.

Locations

• Cape Cod Canal, Buzzards Bay, MA
• Concord, MA
• 696 Virginia rd, Concord, MA
• 696 Virginia Rd, Concord, MA
• East Brimfield Lake, Fiskdale, MA

US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), New England District - Job Training Program

Detailed listing

Delivery

In person source value: In-Person

Length

Duration not stated The DoD listing does not state a length for this program. Ask the organization directly.

Type

Job Training Program

Branches

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Career field

Farming, Fishing, and Forestry, Protective Service

Summary

Serves as a Park Ranger assisting the ranger staff with the routine day-to-day duties required to operate and maintain the recreational facility to which the employee is assigned.

Eligibility

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Possession of or the ability to acquire a state driver's license. Required to wear prescribed uniform as identified in regulation ER-1130-2-422, dated 01 OCT 1991.Incumbent is required to work in adverse weather conditions (e.g., heat, cold, rain, wind, etc.).Ability to work nights and/or weekends depending on the needs of the project to which the employee is assigned. Incumbent must receive a minimum of 24 hours of personal protection/unarmed self-defense, situational evaluation, and tactical communication training within two years of employment. Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and blood-borne pathogen training.

What the work involves

The applicant will perform the following duties: a. Hold orientation talks, environmental education programs, and conduct interpretive events. B. Greet, inform, and direct visitors with regards to project facilities and resources. C. Educate and assist in the enforcement of project rules, regulations, and safety concerns to gain compliance. D. Perform operations and maintenance activities related to natural resource management/environmental stewardship. Examples include wildlife habitat, trail and planting bed maintenance, natural resource surveys, etc. e. Perform operations and maintenance activities related to recreation management. Examples include beach maintenance, recreation area inspections, corrections of deficiencies, water quality sampling, etc. f. Perform operations and maintenance activities related to flood risk management. Examples include obtaining and reporting weather readings, working on dam slopes, dam tower security checks, etc. g. Work closely with volunteers regarding all above items.

Locations

• Buffumville Lake, Charlton, MA