GS-0809

Construction Control

Positions involving technical inspection and oversight of construction projects on federal sites

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💰GS-0809 Salary Information

2025 Base Pay (before locality adjustment)

GradeStep 1Step 2Step 3Step 4Step 5Step 6Step 7Step 8Step 9Step 10
GS-5$34,454$35,603$36,752$37,901$39,050$40,199$41,348$42,497$43,646$44,786
GS-7$42,679$44,102$45,525$46,948$48,371$49,794$51,217$52,640$54,063$55,486
GS-9$52,205$53,945$55,685$57,425$59,165$60,905$62,645$64,385$66,125$67,865
GS-11$63,163$65,268$67,373$69,478$71,583$73,688$75,793$77,898$80,003$82,108
GS-12$75,706$78,229$80,752$83,275$85,798$88,321$90,844$93,367$95,890$98,422
GS-13$90,025$93,026$96,027$99,028$102,029$105,030$108,031$111,032$114,033$117,034
GS-14$106,382$109,928$113,474$117,020$120,566$124,112$127,658$131,204$134,750$138,296
GS-15$125,133$129,304$133,475$137,646$141,817$145,988$150,159$154,330$158,501$162,672

Note: These are 2025 base pay rates. Most federal employees receive locality pay adjustments of 15-40%+ depending on location.

Qualification Requirements

Official OPM qualification standards for GS-0809

Qualification requirements not yet available for this series.

🎖️Tips for Veterans

  • Translate military experience: Map duties to civilian terminology.
  • Highlight training: Include courses and certifications.
  • Veterans preference: Claim your 5 or 10-point preference.
  • Experience substitution: Military experience may substitute for education.

📝How to Qualify for GS-0809

Step-by-step guide to landing a federal construction control position

  1. 1

    Review Qualification Requirements

    Read the OPM qualification standards above to understand the education and experience requirements for your target grade level.

  2. 2

    Determine Your Grade Level

    Match your years of experience and education to the appropriate GS grade. Generally: GS-5 (entry), GS-7/9 (junior), GS-11/12 (journey), GS-13+ (senior).

  3. 3

    Gather Documentation

    Collect your DD-214, SF-50 (if applicable), transcripts, certifications, and any training records that demonstrate your qualifications.

  4. 4

    Build Your Federal Resume

    Create a detailed federal resume (2-5 pages) that addresses every qualification requirement. Include hours worked per week, supervisor contact info, and specific accomplishments.

  5. 5

    Apply on USAJOBS

    Search for open positions, carefully answer all assessment questions, and submit your application before the closing date.

🎖️Military to Federal Crosswalk

Military jobs that transition to GS-0809

Marine Corps1345
Match

Engineer Equipment Operator

Construction inspection uses same field knowledge of earthwork and grading

Skills:
Equipment operationConstruction methodsQuality inspectionSafety compliance
Entry Grades:
GS-5GS-7GS-9
Army12B
Match

Combat Engineer

Construction Control Technical — inspecting and managing construction projects

Entry Grades:
GS-5GS-7GS-9
Army18C
Match

Special Forces Engineer Sergeant

GS-0809 Construction Control Technician matches 18Cs going into USACE, NAVFAC, or AFCEC quality assurance and construction inspection roles. SF engineer phase covers vertical/horizontal construction supervision directly.

Skills:
Construction supervisionQuality assuranceSpecifications and plansProject sequencing
Entry Grades:
GS-7GS-9GS-11GS-12

💡 Tip:Your unique military experience may qualify you even if your MOS isn't listed.

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