Professional Architect

This is professional architectural work at the lead worker level in planning, reviewing, and designing new buildings, facilities, structures, and renovations or expansions. Work requires a knowledge of the principles and practices of architecture which is gained through a combination of education and extensive experience. Plans, schedules, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned personnel. Contacts require skills in understanding and influencing others to obtain desired results and are important in coordinating activities.

The work is covered by clearly defined policies and principles where the incumbent is required to exercise judgment in accomplishing objectives. The work is performed in an office and field environments where there are some risks and hazards, but they are known, predictable, and controllable. Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer specialized systems, and motor vehicle. The physical demands consist of sitting or standing on occasion walking and lifting and moving objects weighing up to 20 lb.

The work is performed under administrative direction where the work is reviewed in terms of feasibility and compatibility with other projects and effectiveness in meeting requirements or required results.

• Oversees and reviews the design and preparation of plans, specifications and engineering cost estimates for the construction, operation and/or maintenance of municipal projects requiring architectural services to include capital improvement projects and proposed project applications for building permitting.
• Plans, designs, reviews, and prepares schematic diagrams for construction or renovation of buildings, facilities, and structures.
• Prepares construction contract documents for bidding.
• Prepares cost estimates.
• Reviews design drawings and specifications for compliance with Florida Building Code, program requirements, scope of work, and budgetary considerations.
• Reviews and approves payments to consultants for work completed.
• Schedules and conducts design coordination meetings.
• Reviews shop drawings submitted by contractors.
• Reviews completed buildings and construction projects for compliance with drawings, specifications, building code, and workmanship standards.
• Provides updated estimates for design, construction, or land acquisition needs of city agencies by planning future maintenance, renovations, or capital improvement costs.
• Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet, database and construction related software.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of the practices and principles of architecture.
• Knowledge of materials and methods of building construction.
• Skill in the use of architectural instruments and equipment.
• Ability to plan, review and design buildings and other structures.
• Ability to prepare construction contract documents and specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and others.
• Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate, and review the work of others.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and construction related software.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Eight (8) years of education and/or experience in architectural work.

• The probationary period for this classification is 6 months.

• A valid driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class.
• Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain, and maintain during employment a City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification.
• FLA Professional Architect Registration is required & must be maintained.
  • If an active Professional Licensed Architect from another state, must transfer or obtain registration in Florida as a Professional Architect within 6-months of employment.