Construction Analyst

Quick Facts

• Role: Construction Analyst (mobile work with routine travel)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm (compressed/flexible available)
• Telework: Situational (ad hoc) telework only; must report to the official duty station each scheduled workday

Description

The Construction Analyst provides support to Veterans by delivering adaptive housing program information, reviewing construction plans for accessibility compliance, and helping manage construction through completion and closeout. The role includes coordinating with contractors and architects, validating administrative/program requirements, and maintaining accurate electronic case files. You will also perform cost analyses, review financial documents, and handle construction change orders and issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Veteran interviews to establish expectations and assess living conditions and accessibility needs
• Advise on program eligibility, requirements, and adaptive housing options; provide grant program information via electronic delivery or phone
• Review plans, specifications, and proposals; recommend adaptive features aligned with program requirements, regulatory standards, and universal design
• Coordinate with contractors/architects for compliant construction documents; ensure bids meet Veteran-specific accessibility needs and program compliance
• Validate eligibility determinations and maintain/document statutory administrative requirements and records
• Serve as primary project manager; oversee construction progress and ensure conformance to approved solutions and VA Minimum Property Requirements (MPRs)
• Review and negotiate construction change orders; resolve disputes and address deficiencies or unexpected conditions
• Perform cost analyses vs. market conditions; create milestone-based payment schedules; ensure proper disbursement, lien protection, and cost justification
• Review construction documents, inspection reports, correspondence, and financial materials; maintain complete, accurate, timely electronic case files
• Act as primary point of contact for Veterans, contractors, architects, local agencies, and congressional inquiries; communicate program requirements and represent SAH/SHA and VR&E at outreach events

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Selective Service registration required for applicable males
• Background/security investigation required
• Must complete a 1-year probationary period
• Valid state driver’s license required; routine operation of a government vehicle
• Meet GS-12 time-in-grade requirements (if a current federal GS employee)
• Specialized experience at GS-11-equivalent: independently manage residential/commercial construction projects using approved contracts/plans/blueprints; lead all phases; resolve change orders/non-routine issues; ensure specification compliance without supervisory direction; demonstrate strong customer service and judgment in complex/stressful situations

Benefits

• Comprehensive U.S. federal employee benefits package (eligibility depends on position type)
• Reasonable accommodation available for eligible disability-related needs affecting online competency-based assessments