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.
• Includes site layout, roads and parking, drainage, orientation, building spaces and circulation, building systems and finishes, building materials used, and methods of construction from the foundation to the roof.
• Ensures 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.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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Competencies:

• 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.

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.
• Valid license to practice architecture granted by the North Carolina Board of Architecture.
• 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.

For questions about this posting, please contact the DOA Human Resources Office.