Supervisory General Engineer (Project Management)
Bureau of Reclamation·USAJobs
Lakewood, COFull-timeUSD 146848-197200 per yearPosted Jun 30, 2026
Open original postingReclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Supervisory General Engineer (Project Management). You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Duty Location: Lakewood, CO
This position is located within the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, Technical Service Center, Technical Operations Division, Project Management Group LAKEWOOD,COLORADO At the full performance level (GS-14) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: General Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to prepare analyses, designs, drawings, proposals, scopes of work, specifications, and cost estimates for project management of construction and power generation projects throughout the planning, design, and construction phases Coach, mentor, develop, and evaluate staff to build capability and ensure high performance. Includes establishing expectations; conducting performance management; providing feedback; supporting skill development; and recognizing and rewarding achievements. Foster a productive, respectful, and comprehensive team environment and resolve conflicts constructively. Includes facilitating collaboration, motivating teams, promoting open communication, addressing team conflicts, and creating a positive environment that supports retention. Lead decision-making, change management, and stakeholder communication to ensure mission success. Includes identifying and addressing emerging issues; adjusting scope, resources, or schedules; communicating progress to leadership; and modeling integrity, honesty, and adaptability. Plan, organize, and allocate resources to execute projects and group workload effectively. Covers developing schedules, assigning work, coordinating staffing, and ensuring sufficient technical expertise across multiple concurrent projects. Monitor, evaluate, and oversee project execution to ensure technical quality, cost control, schedule adherence, and compliance with standards. Includes reviewing operations, tracking progress, integrating project activities, inspecting costs and performance, and ensuring deliverables meet organizational expectations. Lead project decision-making, issue resolution, and continuous improvement to support mission success. Covers identifying alternatives, resolving problems, leading change management, recommending process improvements, and providing guidance to project managers and cross-disciplinary teams.