Chief, Engineering and Construction Division

Quick Facts

• Senior supervisory role providing technical oversight for engineering and construction programs
• Leads multi-million-dollar Military and Civil Works portfolios
• Requires Secret Security Clearance and Professional Engineer/Architect registration

Description

The Chief, Engineering and Construction Division provides authoritative technical oversight for complex, multi-million-dollar engineering, construction, operations, and regulatory civil works projects. The role manages supervisors, oversees program execution, budgets, and quality assurance, and serves as a technical authority for major infrastructure programs while engaging key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide corporate leadership within the District/Region to ensure clear communication, comprehensive risk management, and strategic decision-making
• Manage and supervise execution of Military and Civil Works programs to comply with established guidelines and policies
• Control project funds per the Project Management Plan (PMP) and provide leadership and guidance to subordinate staff
• Act as an authoritative source for decisions and guidance related to program and project objectives
• Establish and maintain partnerships with stakeholders to support collaborative, sustainable alliances
• Develop leadership talent through coaching, mentoring, and guiding others
• Oversee development and submission of Military and Civil Works program and budget data for proposals and adjustments
• Serve as the technical authority on engineering and construction matters for major infrastructure programs
• Ensure quality control and assurance procedures are implemented across all projects (audits and performance evaluations)

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect; submit license/certification with the application
• Submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450) upon entry and annually thereafter
• Valid state driver’s license
• Specialized experience: 1 year managing Civil Works and/or Military programs; establishing long-range goals with federal/state/local officials and stakeholders/contractors; performing the full range of personnel actions (performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, recruiting, and approvals for personnel actions)
• No education substitution for the specialized experience requirement
• Meet the posting’s Supervisory Interdisciplinary education requirement for engineering (see detailed education/registration/test alternatives)
• Proof of US citizenship required

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on position type and whether the role is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.