Civil Engineer Consultant (General)

The Division of Engineering & Architecture within the Bureau of Military Construction & Engineering, Office of Facilities and Engineering, Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer Consultant (General) with expertise in advanced professional and consultative civil/structural engineering and environmental work. This role involves ensuring that all civil/structural and environmental programs comply with relevant federal, state, local, and military laws, regulations, and policies. If you are eager to take on a challenging and fulfilling position that positively impacts the lives of military veterans and their families, we invite you to apply and join our committed team dedicated to making a meaningful difference.

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In this position, you will assist the Department with the design, evaluation, and approval of Engineering and Environmental projects and programs. Your responsibilities will include coordinating with clients, project designers, and agency representatives, while reporting directly to the Engineering & Architecture Division Chief. You will also collaborate with various bureaus, divisions, and sections within the Department regarding civil and structural engineering and environmental initiatives. Additionally, you will take professional responsibility for your work related to DMVA projects and programs, and oversee the civil and structural engineering design tasks performed by unlicensed employees within the Department, ensuring compliance with professional standards.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:15 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 4 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Annville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of professional civil engineering experience which includes three years in the appropriate specialty.

• This position requires possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.