Construction Control Rep, GS-, Authority; DHA;

Construction Control Rep, GS-0809-11, Direct Hire Authority (DHA) (18908)

Announcement Type : TARP - Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type :
Permanent

USACE Organization :
South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Jacksonville District

Locations (City, State) :
Wellington, FL

Position Overview/Duties :
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcement for eight (8) Construction Control Reps, GS-0809-11, in the South Atlantic Division, Jacksonville District, Construction Division, Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) Reservoir Resident Office.

Position Title:

Construction Control Representative.

Open Period : 18 December 2025 - 15 January 2026

Duty Location :
Wellington, FL.

• Construction projects to include, but not limited to, multi-million dollar water control and flood protection projects.
• Review and recommend amendments or revisions of proposed contract plans and specifications to insure conformity with overall project requirements and local field conditions.
• Inspect construction materials and all phases of work in progress.
• Read and understand contract plans and specifications to enforce compliance with contractor's representatives.
• Reject non‑conforming safety, workmanship and materials.
• Inspect equipment operations, work premises and practices for conformance with safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Recommend contract modifications to address unforeseen conditions, correct design deficiencies or improve construction.
• Collect and prepare material test samples for shipment or delivery.
• Maintain effective working relationships with the contractor, the local sponsor, and representatives of other organizations.
• Prepare, review, and submit daily inspection and construction progress reports.

We are seeking talented candidates for Construction Control Representative, GS‑11 roles on the monumental EAA, a $2.9 billion MEGA Project and a cornerstone of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP). The EAA A‑2 Reservoir is a transformative undertaking, located within the Everglades Agricultural Area, south of Lake Okeechobee. This vital project will construct a state‑of‑the‑art water reservoir and a comprehensive network of supporting infrastructure, crucial to the long‑term health of the Everglades ecosystem.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• This position is subject to a pre‑employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on‑duty accident.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• Multiple positions may be filled by this announcement.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget). Before the payment of a Relocation Incentive, an employee must provide residence documentation and maintain a residence in the new geographic location for the duration of the service agreement.
• PCS may be authorized.
• This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or its possessions to operate vehicles.
• Position requires the incumbent to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• osition may require the incumbent to work under adverse environmental conditions, regular and recurring exposure and discomforts, such as: dust, strong odors, fumes from fuels, chemicals, engine exhaust, high levels of…