Project Manager (Interdisciplinary)

USA
May 26, 2025
Full Time
Urgent

Job Description

Department of the Army

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Overview – Project Manager (Civil Works)

Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Division: Planning, Programs and Project Management Division
Position Type: Standing Register (Referrals pulled as needed)
Grade Levels: GS-12 and GS-13
Location: Multiple vacancies
Open to: Federal employees (competitive service), veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and other eligible groups as outlined in the job announcement.

Summary:
As a Project Manager, you will lead the life-cycle management of complex, high-value civil works, interagency, and intergovernmental projects. These projects often involve national priority efforts, environmental sensitivity, or urgent execution needs. You will oversee planning, design, construction, and closeout phases, ensuring all aspects meet performance, budget, and timeline objectives. This position requires collaboration with diverse technical teams and stakeholders and focuses on water resource infrastructure such as flood risk management, navigation, hydropower, and ecosystem restoration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary manager throughout the full project life cycle, from planning to execution and closeout.
  • Lead multifunctional teams using the USACE Project Delivery Business Process.
  • Develop and manage Project Management Plans (PMPs) and resource-loaded schedules.
  • Utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) to monitor project performance.
  • Analyze cost and schedule metrics and support risk-informed decision-making.
  • Act as the key point of contact for assigned projects, fostering internal and external relationships.
  • Mentor junior staff and support professional development within the project team.

Qualifications:

Basic Requirements:
Must meet the educational qualifications for one of the following occupational series (e.g., Engineering, Architecture, Physical Sciences, Community Planning, Social Sciences, Biology, etc.). See USAJOBS announcement for full list and links to OPM qualifications.

Specialized Experience:

  • GS-12 Level: At least one year of experience at the GS-11 level managing aspects of civil works or interagency/intragovernmental projects, supporting schedule and budget execution, and evaluating project milestones.
  • GS-13 Level: At least one year at the GS-12 level managing project lifecycle execution, leading PMP development, tracking project status, and ensuring achievement of milestones.

Competency Areas:

  • Cost Estimation and Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Project Planning, Design, and Construction
  • Oral Communication

Other Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • May require financial disclosure (OGE-450)
  • Time-in-grade requirements apply
  • Education documentation (transcripts) must be submitted with application

Additional Information:

  • Standing Register: Applications remain active for 90 days. Resubmit after 90 days for continued consideration.
  • Work Schedule: Full-time
  • Promotion Potential: Non-competitive promotion to GS-13 may be possible if conditions are met.
  • Incentives: Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized with a service agreement.
  • PMP Certification: Preferred but not required.

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