CDOC Architect ; Colorado Springs-EXTENDED

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This position will perform professional services to include project management, master planning, facility programming, regulatory agency approvals, design guidelines, construction standards, construction budgeting, contractor/consultant selection, code compliance reviews, design reviews, ensures compliance with legislative intent, as well as a leading role in coordination with private sector design consultants and coordination of engineering disciplines for "in-house" projects.

The primary job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conceive, develop, and has "on-point" responsibility in the detailing of new projects, including Capital Construction, Controlled Maintenance, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Life Safety.
• Advise Project Representatives and Project Managers in resolution of project problems.
• Lead private sector design teams by interpreting the program/space requirements of various projects and reviews Schematic Design, Design Development, and Contract Documents to ensure compliance with design program and budget.
• Provide quality assurance for new project requests ensuring design parameters are consistent with existing Department guidelines and standards, and with legislative intent.
• Establish strategic planning and Facilities Master Plan. Leads responsibility for implementing and maintaining the physical plant record for the Department.
• Develop site and Office of Primary Responsibility specific facility master plans.
• Research and write facility program plans and collaborate with private sector design professionals to assure compliance with the design program and construction management.
• Prepare and evaluate requests for qualifications/proposals for professional services.
• Coordinate end users' wants and needs with overall Department strategic plan to assist the design teams in producing a project that can be justified and ultimately receive the appropriation necessary to implement.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned or required.