Architect

Job Announcement Number:

DEU-ES-674483-GP

Location Name:

Washington DC,District of Columbia

Department:

Department Of Veterans Affairs

Occupation Code:

Architecture

Pay Plan:

GS

Appointment Duration:

Permanent

Opening Date:

Friday, July 20, 2012

Closing Date:

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Job Status:

Full-Time

Salary:

$89,033.00 to $110,104.00 / Per Year

Pay Grade(s):

13 to 14

Who May Apply:

United States Citizens

Job Summary:

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs employees who possess the energy, compassion, and commitment to serve those who serve our country. Whatever the job title, every position in VA will give you a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people - our Veterans. Working for VA is one of the most emotionally satisfying and professionally rewarding ways to dedicate the best within you to your Country's service. If you are transitioning from the military or a Veteran already, we invite you to explore the benefits of continuing your career at the VA. The VA is committed to hiring Veterans . The VA is much more than just another employer. It is an honorable, open and welcoming community of those who care. Gratitude is our motivation and service is our mission. The VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define "who we are," our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are I ntegrity, C ommitment, A dvocacy, R espect and E xcellence (" I CARE "). America's Veterans need you! You serve as an Architect within the Office of Construction and Facilities Management (CFM) Office of Facilities Planning, Cost Estimating Service, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This office has responsibility for overseeing the programs for construction cost budgeting, estimating, value engineering, and project cost management. Estimators interact closely with various parties to provide costing input on various project needs and cost alternatives needed for major construction funding. At the GS-14 level, you serve as the lead representative for Cost Estimating Service in one or more special focus areas, such as market research, grant applications, commercial leases, cost benchmarking, cost risk assessment, or similar areas. To find out more, go to http://www.va.gov/jobs/ .

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