Architect II

Overview

Performs difficult and complex professional architectural work in the development and/or review and approval of complete designs, plans, drawings, specifications, estimates, and reports for buildings and structures; may supervise the work of lower-level architects and building plans reviewers; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Building Division in Hilo.

Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

• Prepares and reviews preliminary studies, sketches, and renderings of major and complex buildings and structures.
• Prepares, analyzes, and reviews complete designs, working drawings, specifications, and estimates for buildings and structures which include alterations, remodeling, rehabilitation, and major repairs.
• Prepares and reviews the preparation of plans, details, writing of specifications, and cost estimates.
• Supervises staff's work with the maintenance section for project implementation and completion.
• Inspects construction and architectural work done by contractors to insure conformance to designs, plans, specifications, and contract agreements.
• Prepares and reviews quantity and cost estimates of materials and labor, and approves materials.
• Consults with officials to ascertain building needs and requirements for the development of architectural plans.
• May recommend changes in materials and construction, and make necessary adjustments in architectural designs to fit structural, electrical, and mechanical requirements.
• May recommend building sites and types of building best suited for the purpose intended.
• Visits work sites to obtain measurements and other data necessary for projects.
• Interprets building code requirements.
• May inspect building construction in progress to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Reviews and approves plans and specifications to comply with building code.
• Confers with architects on necessary corrections.
• Conducts site surveys to gather necessary data.
• May supervise the work of lower level professionals and subprofessionals on a project basis.

• Training and
  
  Experience:
  
  A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture or architectural engineering.
• Three (3) years of professional architectural work experience.
• Possession of a valid license as a professional architect in the State of Hawaii at time of filing.
• Possession of a valid State of Hawai i Driver License (Class
  3) or any other valid comparable driver license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver s license at time of hire.)

Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency.

• Knowledge of
  :
  The theory and practices of architecture and architectural engineering, principles of structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering as applied to architectural design, methods and techniques of building construction and construction materials, legal requirements of building, plumbing, electrical, fire, and health regulations as they pertain to building construction, the fundamentals of structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering as applied to architectural designs, and engineering mathematics sufficient to perform structural calculations and to relate field notes to architectural plans.
• Ability to
  :
  Design, detail, and draw features which are pleasing and functional for all types of buildings, structures and installations, interpret design sketches and working drawings, interpret building codes, prepare building specifications, cost and other estimates, inspect work during construction and any alterations…