Architect II

Architect II (NS)

The North Carolina Department of Administration is seeking applicants for a registered Architect for our State Construction Division. The State Construction Division is responsible for the administration of planning, design, and construction of all state facilities, including the university and community college systems. This division also provides the architectural and engineering services necessary to carry out the Capital Improvement Program for all state institutions and agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides a written technical review and commentary on the Construction Documents submitted by licensed architects and engineers under contract with the State.
• Ensures compliance with General Statutes related to the design, bidding, and construction of State/public buildings.
• Addresses compliance with the NC State Building Codes, industry standards for best construction and engineering practices, NC Statutes, SCO State Construction Manual, policies, and Guidelines.
• Provides general assistance for owners and designers in the Capital Improvement process and to provide for a successful project outcome.

This position is located at: 301 North Wilmington Street, Suite 450 Raleigh, NC

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences:

• Working knowledge of principles and practices of Architecture and Building Systems.
• Working knowledge of International Building Code or NC State Building Codes, Industry Standards, general construction policies and guidelines, and North Carolina General Statutes on public construction.
• Experience working and collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience in technical writing and written communication, constructive and appropriate negotiations, public speaking and giving oral presentations to small or large groups.
• Experience to readily discern discrepancies in technical documents or data, provide objective professional opinions and judgments when presented factual data, and maintain working relationships with officials, committees, and representatives in both private and public sectors.

Management Preference:

Preferred applicant will have the ability to navigate various web-based and internal databases, including Interscope, State Property systems, and FCAP. Management prefers at least 2 documented years of progressive professional and administrative experience in the practice of Architecture and Building Systems an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience. A minimum of 3 years documented experience in the design of varied building types is desired or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.

Necessary Requirements:

• Valid NC Driver's License. Out of State Applicants must have valid Driver's License or acquire NC Driver's License within 60 days of hire.
• Valid license to practice architecture granted by the North Carolina Board of Architecture & Registered Interior Designers. Must include proof of licensure in application submittal.
• Possession of a Level III North Carolina Inspector Certificate issued by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board, or the ability to obtain within three (3) years of employment.

Minimum

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in architecture or an engineering discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of related experience as a registered architect; or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.

Employment Incentives with NC State Government:

• 12 annual paid holidays
• Health Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision.
• NC State Retirement Plan

All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the new Workday Online Job Application System for the State of North Carolina. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resumes on application form) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit.

Please make sure you complete the application in full. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted but not used in screening for qualifying credit. Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form
4) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain veterans preference. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status". It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.

If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the DOA Human Resources Office.

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