The Bureau of Reclamation expects to fill 19 vacancies in the following groups: Water Conveyance, Civil Structures, Water Treatment, Waterways and Concrete Dams, Applied Hydrology, Instrumentation, Concrete & Structural Laboratory, Materials & Corrosion Laboratory, Geotechnical Laboratory and Field Support, and Hydraulic Investigations and Laboratory Services.
Bureau of Reclamation- Wide - This is a Merit Promotion announcement for career and career conditional Bureau employees, Career Transition eligibles (CTAP), Current or former time-limited employees eligible under Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) and those who are eligible under the hiring paths listed above. Refer to Required Documents section for more information.
At the full performance level (GS-12) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to prepare analyses (such as evaluating performance of existing structures or as a basis for design development), designs, drawings, proposals, scopes of work, specifications, and cost estimates for heavy-civil and power generation projects throughout the planning, design, construction, and operation phases.
Develops project guidelines, protocols, and procedures that are specific to the project, and may review for comment or propose draft Bureau directives, standards, and policies. Makes engineering recommendations and/or decisions based on engineering analysis.
Prepares, or oversees the preparation of, and reviews technical documentation such as technical memorandums and reports, engineering study analyses and results, correspondence, publications, design criteria, calculations, design summaries, design standards, designer's operating criteria, operating procedures, evaluation and oversight reports, value studies reports, inspection and assessment reviews, impact assessments, permit applications, and/or construction plans and reports.
Prepares, or oversees the preparation of, and reviews construction related documentation such as quantity estimate worksheets, specifications, constructability reviews, solicitation packages, required planning, final design, and procurement construction cost estimates such as Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE) and contract correspondence including responses to submittals and Request for Information (RFI).
Provides technical reviews, peer reviews, and checking of designs, drawings, engineering analysis, and technical documents, specifications, and contract correspondence, ensuring documents are accurate and quality assurance processes were followed. Makes oral presentations of technical documentation at coordination meetings, design briefings, or other technical briefings.
Identify and analyze problems; distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical decisions and develop solutions and communicating effectively with all levels and types of organizations and audiences. Leads the creation, coordination, and documentation of the Project Management Plan, ensuring accountability by defining project scope, objectives, schedule, budget, quality expectations, resources, communication protocols, and risk management strategies.
Monitors, evaluates, and oversees project execution to ensure technical quality, cost control, schedule adherence, and compliance with standards. Includes reviewing operations, tracking progress, integrating project activities, inspecting costs and performance, and ensuring deliverables meet organizational expectations.
Uses partnerships to achieve collaborative solutions and resolve complex problems; utilizing project management, conflict management, and/or team building, tools to achieve results in a collaborative spirit; and analyzing diverse viewpoints to make planning decisions and solve work problems.
This position does not allow substituting education for experience. This position has a mandatory education requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc.
will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.
For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications
lashanda_weston@ios.doi.gov · 208-373-3918
This position is with Bureau of Reclamation, Department of the Interior.
The posted pay range is $119796 – $142737/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-09-21.
There are 19 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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