Announcement Type
TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)
Position Type
Permanent
USACE Organization
North Atlantic Division (NAD) - Europe District
Locations (City, State)
Multiple Locations
Position Overview/Duties
This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY
This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for non-competitive placements; to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not-to-exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions of longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.
This is a JOBtoberfest announcement for Reassignment to an internal position in the North Atlantic Division, Europe District, Construction Division
Who May Apply: This position is only open to current permanent USACE employees, with time-in-service requirements, at the GS-08XX-12 level.
Vacancies: 2
Open Date: 26 September 2025
Closing Date: 14 October 2025
Anticipated Start Date: This assignment will begin on/about pay periods beginning in the 2nd Quarter of FY26.
Overseas Duty Location: Europe District Headquarters located in Wiesbaden, Germany. Duty locations may include: Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Romania, and Bulgaria.
Position Summary:
This is a tremendous opportunity for a knowledgeable Project Engineer to be involved in large-scale construction projects for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Europe District, located at several offices across the AOR. Several positions need to be filled at different locations across AOR. You will play a critical role in ensuring construction is executed in accordance with federal standards and specifications while helping deliver vital infrastructure to Europe’s AOR. Locations may include: Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Romania, and Bulgaria.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a tremendous opportunity for a knowledgeable project engineer to be involved in large-scale construction projects for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Europe District, located at several offices across the Area Of Responsibility. The Project Engineers for Construction Division in Europe district help support the mission by performing duties to include but not limited to:
- Works under the general supervision of the Chief of Construction Branch, Resident Engineer, or Chief of a Project Office.
- Responsible for advising, directing, and/or instructing lower-grade engineers or technicians in the execution of construction activities for a wide range of military construction projects within geographic area.
- Construction projects include but are not limited to family housing, airfields, communications systems hospitals, medical clinics, ammunition storage facilities, facilities modernization projects, etc., located throughout Europe.
- Applies comprehensive knowledge of: engineering methods, techniques, and discipline techniques, costs of materials and practices; and contractor quality construction methods, equipment, and safety assurance program requirements.
- During construction phases, ensures contractor compliance with contract schedules, plans, specifications, and submittals.
- Investigates need for contract change orders; controversies which could lead to formal claims by the contractor; deviations requiring engineering determinations; and other related matters.
- Makes on-the-spot decisions and commitments to avoid delays in construction with respect to minor changes, deviations from schedules, substitution of materials, and resolution of disputes over the acceptability of work.
- Design phase of a project, performs constructability review of project designs and specifications to determine site compatibility and anticipated problems.
- Conducts negotiations with contractors on modification work to establish equitable prices and realistic time allowance for modified and/or additional work.
- Performs additional tasks as assigned to support related organizational initiatives.
Additional locations may include: Luxembourg, Norway, Romania, and Bulgaria
Other Conditions And Requirements
The majority of Europe District personnel have access to a wide range of benefits in place to ensure a high quality of life for our employees and their families while living and serving overseas, including: 21st Century DoDEA preK-12 schools, on-base Commissary & AAFES privileges, a Living Quarters Allowance to cover your housing & utilities and much more.
Other Conditions And Requirements:
- 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.
- Direct deposit of pay is required.
- This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 United States or its possessions to operate motor vehicles.
This Is An Overseas Position:
- Overseas positions may have a tour limitation.
- You must be able to satisfy the requirements of the 26 JUL 12 DODI 1400.25 V1230, DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee Return Rights.
- You must complete and sign DD Form 2365, FEB.
- Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
- This position may be eligible for situational telework.
- This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of __% of the time.
- May be required to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license.
- May be required to obtain COR (Contract Officer Representative) certification within 6 months.
- TDY ranges from 5 to 25% depending on the specific assignment in the job announcement.
- Must obtain and maintain an official passport and associated visa while assigned to a Federal civilian position in an area requiring a passport and associated visa, if authorized.
- For Positions in Romania/Bulgaria: Employee may be required to pass a medical examination and receive required immunizations for the overseas/deployed location (Rabies shot) and Hepatitis A and B if required for the specific country.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor
To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).
Qualifications
Candidates will be evaluated IAW OPM Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
Reasonable Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
