Installation/Station CES COR/QA PM, 6 SWS

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Major duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Cape Cod SFS, MA is searching for an Installation/Station CES COR/QA PM to support 6 SWS (NH-0801-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent). Description: The purpose of this position is to serve as the installation-level Quality Assurance (QA) authority and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for the Base Civil Engineer (BCE) organization. The incumbent independently manages and executes the Civil Engineering QA program and provides direct acquisition support to ensure that all facility construction, maintenance, repair, and infrastructure projects-including Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization (SRM) and Military Construction (MILCON)-adhere to professional engineering standards, design specifications, building codes, and safety regulations. Through quality assurance surveillance, project management, infrastructure planning, and technical coordination with contractors and mission partners, this role is critical to verifying compliance and guaranteeing the structural integrity, operational readiness, and longevity of the installation's physical infrastructure in support of the Department of War mission. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Knowledge of Civil Engineering Principles: Professional knowledge of civil engineering concepts, principles, and practices (consistent with the GS-0800 Engineering and Architecture Group classification standards) applicable to the design, construction, sustainment, and maintenance of installation facilities and infrastructure.
2. Knowledge of Construction Standards and Regulations: Comprehensive knowledge of the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), national building codes, occupational safety regulations (e.g., OSHA), and environmental compliance requirements relevant to installation construction and engineering projects.
3. Skill in Quality Assurance and Contract Surveillance: Advanced skill in applying quality assurance methodologies and performing contractor surveillance-including development and use of Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs), site inspections, structural evaluation, and material testing validation-to ensure compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), technical directives, and contractual requirements.
4. Knowledge of Contract Administration and Acquisition: Knowledge of federal contracting and acquisition principles and the duties of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)/Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE), including surveillance and documentation of contractor performance, preparation and tracking of deficiency reports (TDVs, DSVs, UCRs) and change orders, and support to source selection, in accordance with the CO's Designation Letter, the FAR/DFARS, and applicable Air Force guidance.
5. Ability to Interpret Technical Engineering Data: High proficiency in reading, interpreting, and analyzing complex engineering drawings, architectural plans, schematics, contract specifications, and technical orders.
6. Ability to Analyze Problems and Formulate Solutions: Exceptional analytical ability to perform root-cause analysis on engineering defects or systemic process failures, evaluate project and trend data, and develop technically sound, cost-effective corrective actions.
7. Skill in Technical Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills to articulate complex engineering concepts, draft precise technical documentation and inspection reports, and negotiate or enforce compliance with contractors, senior leaders, and other officials

Qualifications

The 0801 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. In addition to the above requirements you can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 4th section titled Professional and Scientific Positions.