Supervisory Civil Engineer; Geotechnical Lab & Field Support

Summary

Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a SUPERVISORY CIVIL ENGINEER (GEOTECHNICAL LAB & FIELD SUPPORT). You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Duty

Location:

Lakewood, CO

This position is located within the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, Technical Service Center, LAKEWOOD, COLORADO. At the full performance level (GS-14) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Civil Engineering:
Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to prepare analyses (including 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.

• Perform peer reviews and assure an appropriate level of technical review is incorporated into the group work products.

• Develop and maintain technology necessary to support work products that contribute to Reclamation's mission.

• Coach, mentor, develop, and evaluate staff to build capability and ensure high performance. Includes establishing expectations; conducting performance management; providing feedback; supporting skill development; and recognizing and rewarding achievements.

• Foster a productive, respectful, and comprehensive team environment and resolve conflicts constructively. Includes facilitating collaboration, motivating teams, promoting open communication, addressing team conflicts, and creating a positive environment that supports retention.

• Lead decision‑making, change management, and stakeholder communication to ensure mission success. Includes identifying and addressing emerging issues; adjusting scope, resources, or schedules; communicating progress to leadership; and modeling integrity, honesty, and adaptability.

• Plan, organize, and allocate resources to execute projects and group workload effectively. Covers developing schedules, assigning work, coordinating staffing, and ensuring sufficient technical expertise across multiple concurrent projects.

• Monitor, evaluate, and oversee 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.

• Lead project decision‑making, issue resolution, and continuous improvement to support mission success. Covers identifying alternatives, resolving problems, leading change management, recommending process improvements, and providing guidance to project managers and cross‑disciplinary teams.

This position has a mandatory education requirement. You must submit a copy of college transcript(s) (unofficial copy is acceptable) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred. Non‑submission will result in being rated not‑qualified for the position. You will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications, if selected.

Official transcripts must be sent directly from the University's Registrar's office and must be provided from the institution awarding the degree. Academic transcripts certified by notary publics are NOT official. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to reporting to work as a condition of employment. Failure to submit official transcripts may be grounds for dismissal or rescission of the job offer.

Accreditation:
Only education from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education is acceptable to meet education requirements or to substitute for experience, if applicable. Foreign education:
To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a…