Summary As a Building Manager, you will serve as the primary customer agency advocate and first GSA point of Contact with client agency personnel in designated GSA owned or leased buildings. Location of position: General Services Administration, Public Buildings Service, Northwest/Arctic Region, Facilities Management Division, in Portland, OR. We are currently filling two vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed. Responsibilities Responsible for continuously analyzing tenant agency space and service requirements in relation to overall facility operating plans and any applicable Memoranda of Understanding established with client agencies and contract or other service providers. Required to adapt and refine general administrative policies and technical guidelines for application to the issues and facility management problems being evaluated. Contacts or is contacted by tenant agency representatives to determine whether or not existing space allocations and level of building services provided are adequate and consistent with individual agency's current and projected operational needs and program requirements. Reviews work performed in program areas to ensure compliance with performance standards and general operation guidelines; assures that services provided to buildings tenants are responsive to customer needs and in compliance with levels of service, contract provisions and established codes and standards; develops, implements and monitors programs related to tenant safety and comfort, such as energy conservation, safety, and fire and security protection; oversees technical service operations; conducts periodic inspections of buildings and equipment to determine. Provides contract administration, lease management and quality assurance support on behalf of tenant agencies and GSA. Oversees operations and/or administers various types of contracts and serves as the contracting officer's technical representative (COTR). Develops and implements a cost effective contract quality assurance plan; monitors contractor's quality control and performance; informs the contracting officer of any technical or contractual difficulties encountered; informs the contractor of failures to comply with technical requirements of the contract; coordinates and/or oversees the work of on-site contractor personnel; evaluates proposed contract changes; and makes recommendations to the contracting officer regarding changes in scope or performance standards. Exercises full responsibility and authority for the day to day operations of a designated building or groups of buildings within the GSA inventory. In this capacity, programs, develops and directs all on-site building operation, maintenance, repair, alteration, historic preservation, cleaning, recycling, concessions, safety, environmental and security activities in Government-owned and leased buildings assigned. Plans, develops and has responsibility for the operating budget and all related Federal Buildings Fund procedures and activities, including preparation of the annual budget estimates for all building support functions assigned, and the judicious and cost effective expenditure and documented control of funds allotted. Develops and promotes positive working relationships with customer agencies and client personnel, and maintains continuous liaison with building tenants and top management officials of customer agencies and tenants at facilities managed. Exercises delegated authority to commit resources to continually improve and support customer satisfaction for projects. As a customer advocate, makes recommendations to his/her supervisor regarding initiation of projects and activities that exceed his/her authority. Regularly meets with high level client agency representatives and tenants from various Federal agencies, including Judges, Senators, Congressional representatives, other public officials, and the general public on any matter involving GSA programs and activities within the buildings assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959 If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment. Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position. Qualifications For each job on your resume, provide: the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year) number of hours per week you worked (if part time). If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume. For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here. The GS-13 salary range starts at $111,234 per year. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience evaluating policies, implementing programs, and independently making decisions related to the operation and maintenance of large office buildings (250,000 sq ft or move) and leased space; analyzing the effectiveness of facility operations, which included the operation of energy management and building control systems; developing and maintaining strong working relationships with customer agencies, lessors, contractors, and client personnel; and managing or monitoring real property budgetary and financial data. Education Additional Information Bargaining Unit Status: This position is eligible for the bargaining unit If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved: · Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government · Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee · Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all. We are also accepting applications from all U.S. Citizens and Nationals under Vacancy Announcement # 10P-2024-0087. You must apply separately to each announcement to be considered for both. GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including: Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued. Our commitment is: Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment; Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.