Licensed Architect

Overview

Licensed Architect preferred but Non‑Licensed Architects will also be considered! Please review the job descriptions for the requirements.
Targeted hiring range $72,000.00 – $87,000.00 based on experience and education.

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Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for performing professional architectural design work, supervising the architectural team, contracted architectural services, and providing architectural oversight for engineering construction projects throughout the city. Reports to the Director of Engineering.

• Perform complex professional architectural work that includes preparing conceptual design plans and specifications for consultants and completing full design work and construction documentation to include schematics and cost estimates for internal or contracted projects.
• Supervise staff architects, including employee selection, performance management, employee relations and related activities.
• Review architectural drawings, construction specifications and schematics for a variety of projects; verify cost estimates for in‑house projects; monitor the implementation of design plans; ensure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Oversee engineering support for City projects and coordinate with other City departments or agencies, design consultants, inspectors and other involved parties.
• Attend pre‑bid, preconstruction and progress meetings; monitor production schedules.
• Research modification requests and change orders; process invoices for payment.
• Conduct studies and special projects such as space planning, structural analysis and other related architectural concerns; provide reports and analyses; make recommendations for improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the city’s values. Employees are also Johnson expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

• Architecture – Thorough knowledge of modern architecture methods, principles and practices; knowledge of construction drawings, specifications and blueprints; knowledge of Uniform Building Codes and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as it relates to construction and remodeling.
• Project Management – Knowledge of planning, organizing and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives.
• Supervision – Knowledge of leadership techniques, principles and procedures to assign, schedule, supervise, train and evaluate the work of assigned staff.

• Computer Skills – Utilizes AutoCAD (Computer Aided Design) or related software programs; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet and related software to effectively complete a variety of administrative assignments.
• Interpersonal Relationships – Develops and Transparently stable relationships with employees and all levels of management to include representatives from other departments and organizations; effectively handles inquiries, complaints or disputes with customers.
• Judgment/Decision Making – Uses logic and reasoning to understand, analyze and evaluate situations and exercise good judgment to make appropriate decisions.

• Communication – Ability to communicate ideas effectively, including the preparation of detailed reports and logs ONCE may etc.
• Coordination of Work – Ability to establish and implement effective administrative procedures; plan and organize daily work routine; establish priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time‑management methodology; perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering and 5 – 7 years experience in professional architectural work with 2 – 3 years of supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and…