Interdisciplinary Project Manager (Architecture/Engineering)

Role overview

This position is for an interdisciplinary professional who will support and manage construction, renovation, and alteration projects at West Point, NY. The role combines planning, coordination, documentation review, and project leadership to keep work aligned with approved scope, funding limits, and project requirements.

Key duties

• Study project materials such as development brochures and feasibility studies to develop a solid understanding of scope boundaries and financial constraints.
• Contribute technical guidance to the Master Planner during scope definition and preparation of project documents when specialized expertise is needed.
• Review concept submissions, gather comments, and reconcile feedback so it remains consistent with the approved scope.
• Examine documents prepared during contract document development and combine reviewer comments to maintain alignment with the project plan.
• Work with affected staff groups to ensure that special scheduling needs and working-condition requirements are built into the final construction documents.
• Act as the main contact for project-related questions and issues.
• Lead new construction as well as renovation and alteration projects as the project manager.

Conditions of employment

• Employment may depend on a favorable suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
• A one-year probationary period may apply.
• A Tier-1 clearance is required.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete the Selective Service pre-employment certification.
• Applicants must be able to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Direct deposit is mandatory.
• Selection may be limited by Department of Defense referral rules for displaced employees.
• For federal retirees seeking reemployment as an annuitant, additional rules apply.

Qualifications

Only U.S. citizens may apply. Candidates must meet the stated education and/or experience standards, and experience may include paid, unpaid, volunteer, or national service work. If qualification is based on education, transcripts will be required. Foreign education must be verified as equivalent to accredited U.S. study by an approved evaluation or through full credit from an accredited U.S. institution.

The basic qualification options include either an architecture background or an engineering background:

• Architecture: A bachelor's degree or higher in architecture, or a related field with 60 semester hours in architecture-related coursework, including at least 30 semester hours in architectural design and 6 semester hours each in structural technology, materials and construction methods, and environmental control systems.
• Architecture alternative: A blend of education, training, or technical experience that demonstrates strong knowledge of professional architecture and practical application of architectural principles. This may be shown through an architecture-related curriculum such as architectural engineering, or through experience in an architect's office or architectural work. In the absence of college coursework, 5 years of such experience is required.
• Engineering: A bachelor's degree or higher in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or a program that includes calculus plus advanced coursework in at least five engineering science/physics areas such as statics, dynamics, strength of materials, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, electrical circuits, materials science, optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.
• Engineering alternative: A combination of education, training, or technical experience demonstrating strong grounding in physical and mathematical sciences and a practical understanding of engineering principles.
• Other engineering qualification paths: Current EI/EIT/PE registration, a passed FE exam or equivalent written registration test, specified coursework in physical/mathematical/engineering sciences, or a related degree such as engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology combined with at least 1 year of professional engineering experience under proper supervision.

In addition to the basic standard, applicants must have one year of specialized experience that includes reviewing project documentation for scope and funding compliance, coordinating stakeholder input for project documents, helping resolve issues that affect construction schedules, and managing moderately complex construction or renovation projects under senior guidance. This is typical of work at the GS-11 level.

Additional information

• All candidates should be committed to improving government efficiency, supporting democratic institutions, and upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution.
• This role belongs to the Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure career field.
• Multiple vacancies may be filled from this announcement.
• Pay includes locality pay or a local market supplement where applicable.
• PCS-related entitlements may be taxable under IRS rules.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be approved if a move is in the Government's interest and complies with travel regulations.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be offered.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for candidates new to federal service may be possible.
• Prior non-federal experience and certain military service may count toward leave accrual.

Benefits

As a federal employee, you and your family may have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Specific benefits depend on the appointment type and work schedule, so the hiring agency can provide the most accurate details.