Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. Architect

Job Information

• Title:
  
  Architect

Provides architectural services for Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) in-house projects by coordinating with the Department of Instruction and AACPS Business Divisions to establish design criteria in accordance with the approved Educational Specifications and design standards.

• Emergencies
• Evenings/Nights
• Outside of normal business hours
• Weekends

• Provides schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration for in-house design projects.
• Manages consultant architects and engineers on larger remodeling and renovation projects, working with the Departments of Instruction, Maintenance, Operations, and Purchasing to schedule, design, and procure these projects.
• In coordination with the Department of Instruction and AACPS business divisions, develops and maintains standard Educational Specifications, evaluating capital construction projects for adherence.
• Develops and maintains architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical standards to promote uniform system design in coordination with other Facilities groups, evaluating capital construction projects for adherence.
• Evaluates new products and equipment for new schools or renovation projects.
• Participates in the project life cycle, value engineering, and constructability reviews.
• Communicates with other districts and outside agencies to stay current on code changes and trends in the school design and construction industry.
• Coordinates with schools and offices to ensure facilities meet Maryland Accessibility Code and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, providing solutions for disabled students and staff.
• Works with AACPS Capital Construction Office to specify furnishings for capital construction projects, developing and maintaining furniture standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university.

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible architectural experience, preferably in school design.

• Ability to review and produce construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to appraise the quality and rate of construction progress on projects.
• Understanding of agreements, conditions of the contract, Division 01, and their relationships to specifications.
• Understanding of how to research and source products with advanced skills in specification and product standard development.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and planning skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building, fire, and accessibility codes governing the construction of schools.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; REVIT and Archibus proficiency desirable.
• Proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., video/web conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite).
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse populations.

• Hold or be eligible for an Architect License; if issued by another state, must obtain a Maryland Architect License within one year.
• Lead in Energy and Environmental Design – Accredited Professional (LEED-AP) preferred; or
• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred; or
• Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) preferred; or
• Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) preferred.
• Driver's License class C, Non-Commercial, issued by Maryland or state of legal residence.
• Proof of a good driving record.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment.
• Board vehicle available.

Standing, walking, sitting, keyboarding, talking, hearing, and driving are required between one‑third to two‑thirds of the time. Other physical demands as required by the duties and responsibilities.

Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.