Construction Representative jobs in Fargo, ND

Duties

Duties include but not limited to:

• Accountable for integrating complex medical facility designs for architectural, civil, structural, medical gas, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, communications, fire safety, security, and specialized systems (nurse call, elevators, patient safety lifts, pneumatic tube, etc.).
• Responsible for plans and designs in conformance with applicable codes and standards, as well as federal and state agency regulations, standards, specifications, and other criteria.
• Supports development and implementation of Planning activation and lease management for the HCS of VHA policies, programs, and procedural documentation. Frequently it is necessary to integrate planning, scheduling, and coordination considerations to minimize disruption of diverse activities, provide for continuity of essential patient care functions, and avoid conflicts with other ongoing work, without undue economic disadvantage.
• Participates in resolving complex technical issues which integrate multi-discipline activities throughout the facility as well as with outside organizations such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Labor (DoL), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the State Historical Preservation Office (SHPO).
• Serves as the facility Health Care Planning Model (HCPM) and Strategic Capital Investment Program (SCIP) coordinator, ensuring a comprehensive planning process and development of sound solutions for projected gaps in care due to access, space, wait times, etc. The incumbent provides consultation, acquisition and construction phased services in Page 2 of 9 the preparation, approval, funding and execution of the Fargo VAHCS's SCIP, consisting of a portfolio of time-phased projects necessary for the execution of the Health Care System's 10-year master plan. Serves as technical expert in the integration of inputs from a variety of complex VA CFM (Construction and Facilities Management) and VHA OCAMES (Office of Capital Asset Management and Engineering Support) databases to realize the development and administration of Fargo VAHCS SCIP.
• Manage planning and development of business cases, statements of work, and solicitations for leased spaces.
• Works directly with Facilities Engineering staff to develop Minor Project applications that are comprehensive, defensible and in concert with local/VISN planning priorities. Serves as a Fargo VAHCS representative on Fargo VAHCS committees and work groups related to capital asset planning and design and construction funding.
• Serves as a lead for Engineering planning and equipment projects, most often involving multi-site initiatives such as upgrades for compliance with new major codes, or site preparation for VISN-wide medical equipment purchases.
• Provide advice to peers, subordinates, and administrators or managers to direct major project execution decisions. The employee manages all facets of construction and leasing project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality, and risk) for the project including planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

How You Will Be Evaluated

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  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

  
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  • Resume

  
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• How to Apply

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  To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/15/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12298350.
  
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  Agency contact information

  Terry Brassard

  Phone

  (970) 263-5097

  Email

  Terry.Brassard@va.gov

  Address

  Fargo VA Medical Center
  2101 Elm Street
  Fargo, ND 58102
  US

  Next steps

  After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.