Capital Projects Architect I​/II

Capital Projects Architect I/II

County of Humboldt, Department of Public Works, Facilities Management Division (162 - Facilities Management), is seeking a licensed architect to serve as a Capital Projects Architect I/II. This role combines hands‑on architectural design with leadership in planning and managing capital projects across a diverse portfolio of public facilities, including courthouses, libraries, health clinics, public safety buildings, park structures, airports and other civic spaces.

Location:

Eureka, CA | Job Number: 25-00108 | Opening Date: 11/18/2025 | Closing Date: 1/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific | Department:
Public Works | Division:
Facilities Management 162 | Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior |

Employment Type:

Full‑time | Job Function:
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology | Industries:
Government Administration

Under direct and general supervision, performs professional architectural work and manages capital projects of varying sizes across a broad range of County project types. Inspects and prioritizes needed construction, modifications, and building repairs; coordinates projects with departments; prepares project plans, specifications and requests for proposals. Responsible for consultant coordination, project budgeting, code compliance review, and contract administration; oversees the construction of projects and assures contractor compliance, performs related work as assigned.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignment of different positions.

• Prepares and participates in the preparation of architectural design work for County facilities including developing project program requirements, master planning, sketch and preliminary plans, complete working drawings, specifications and cost estimates
• Directs and coordinates all phases of major capital projects.
• Prepares and administers consultant contracts.
• Conducts design and constructability reviews of architectural documents.
• Coordinates with regulatory agencies, contractors, and user departments.
• Monitors project schedules and budgets.
• Provides technical guidance to unlicensed staff.
• Participates in assessments and prioritization of construction, rehabilitation and remodeling projects under consideration.
• Coordinates development of requests for bids; conducts pre‑bid conferences, participates in vendor selections.
• Coordinates construction projects, prepares change orders, monitors project compliance and schedule.
• Coordinates development of request for proposals for space acquisition including lease and alterations needed to meet the needs of requesting departments.
• Maintains project records including progress reports, financial reports, and timelines.
• Evaluates space needs, prepares recommendations, monitors property acquisitions and needed modifications to space.
• Reviews drawings, specifications and other deliverables prepared by others for compliance with federal, state and County standards, laws, and regulations.
• Serves as point of contact regarding construction and space needs for County departments.
• Prepares detailed progress reports and agenda items to present to the Board of Supervisors and others.
• Represents the County at meetings with state and local officials and/or others regarding County building projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Principles and practices of architecture and construction project management including facility planning, design, construction, remodeling and rehabilitation.
• Principles and practices of public agency contract negotiation, administration, project management and evaluation.
• Applicable federal state and local laws, regulations, standards and policies of design and construction such as building codes, Federal ADA and State accessibility code requirements, and zoning codes.
• Structural, mechanical and electrical systems as related to institutional, commercial and office buildings.
• Principles and…