Estimator

About the role

As an Estimator, you will serve as a cost management expert for all levels of projects from small to large prospectus level. The Office of Program and Project Management responsibilities include data analysis, project measures, IT tools, project manager training and certification, cost and schedule management, and project risk identification and management.

We are currently filling three vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

What you will do

• Prepares and reviews bid-level, budget, planning, parametric, and definitive cost estimates for new construction, modernization, renovation, repair, alteration, and lease-construction projects ranging from moderate to highly complex.
• Serves as a technical authority and subject matter expert for cost estimating and cost management, resolving significant, unusual, or contentious cost and budget issues.
• Reviews, verifies, and approves A/E cost estimates, price proposals, and detailed estimates for moderate to highly complex buildings and systems.
• Provides authoritative consultation to A/E estimators, project managers, design teams, contracting personnel, and other technical specialists to ensure projects are designed and delivered within established budgets.
• Ensures estimates adhere to Federal guidelines, accessibility codes, FAR requirements, ethics provisions under U.S. Code, and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Interprets and applies Federal guidelines, regulations, acquisition requirements, and applicable United States Code, CFR, GAO decisions, and other legal precedents.
• Provides support for the national cost management program by engaging in the development and implementation of agency-wide cost management standards, tools, products, and guidelines, including implementation of quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) procedures.
• Manages the entire contract lifecycle for external subject matter experts and other services, from initial identification and procurement through contract negotiation, execution, and closeout.
• Ensures that all contracts are aligned with organizational goals and objectives, and that external SMEs provide high quality services within budget and on schedule.

Requirements

• The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.
• If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office.
• Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
• Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
• Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
• Must maintain at least a Level 2 Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) certificate.
• Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position.

How you will be evaluated

A panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will review the application of qualified candidates and assign a score for each of the five required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) based on the experience documented in the resume and narrative responses.

Expert knowledge of construction cost management, cost estimating, market analysis, and industry methods to evaluate, forecast, and manage construction costs for large, complex building projects.

Comprehensive understanding of mechanical, electrical, structural, civil, and architectural disciplines, enabling review of A/E cost estimates, technical evaluations, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Knowledge of project management, architecture, engineering, and construction practices to guide project cost management from planning through design, construction, and commissioning, including compliance with federal regulations, codes, and acquisition policies.

Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents, apply quality assurance principles, and evaluate materials, workmanship, safety, and environmental requirements.

Knowledge of Federal acquisition and contract administration principles and skill in developing Statements of Work and managing professional/technical service requirements throughout the contract lifecycle. Demonstration of these KSAs must be supported by your application.

Applicants should also make note of each KSA, as you will be asked to address them later in the application process. Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3).

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume so that information will be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

If you are eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) or GSA's Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), your resume must clearly demonstrate experience in at least 3 of the 5 required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) to receive priority consideration. You may preview questions for this vacancy.

Documents you must provide

• ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date.
• Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
• Resume: Must not exceed two pages.
• Refer to the Qualifications section for resume requirements.
• Current GSA employees: You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, AND a SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held if different from your recent SF-50.
• Promotion Consideration: If your most recent SF-50 became effective within the past year, it may not demonstrate that you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirement.
• In that case, submit additional SF-50(s) (such as promotion, within-grade increase, grade/range increase, or an SF-50 with an effective date more than one year old) that clearly document you meet the time-in-grade requirement.
• If you are CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
• Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.

Benefits

You will have access to many benefits including: Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans) Life insurance coverage with several options Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan) Transit and child care subsidies Flexible spending accounts Long-term care insurance Training and development

What to expect next

After the closing date/deadline: ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements. REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.

SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process. FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.

FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard. Thank you for your interest in working for the U.S. General Services Administration!

Additional information

Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches.

If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.

On a case-by-case basis, the following incentive may be approved: • Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee These vacancies can be filled in any of the locations listed on the job announcement.

Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.