Registered Architect

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Possess and maintain proficiency in the knowledge of building codes and references related to construction of facilities and surrounding site work.
• Ability to read and understand requirements described on construction drawings.
• Perform architectural planning, design, construction support, and maintenance evaluation activities related to government buildings, test stands, and laboratory facilities, including the development of facilities design criteria statements, drawings, and specifications.
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard architectural and interior design principles and theory to facilities related projects.
• Perform field investigations of existing facilities as required to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Coordinate architectural work with other design team members in a total design process, to produce contract design drawings for construction activities.
• Support the development of cost estimates associated with proposed construction activities.
• Review construction submittals to ensure proper requirements are met.
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFI’s) developed during the construction period.
• Participate in pre-final and final inspections.
• Verify accuracy of red-lined drawings produced by the Construction Contractor.
• Assist client Project Managers as needed during all phases of facilities planning, design, construction, and maintenance activities.
• Maintain orderly working files for reference as needed.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited architectural program
• Registered Architect (RA) or intent to obtain RA professional status
• Experience in architectural design conforming to International Building Code standards is a plus
• Ability to manage projects throughout the planning, design, and construction document phases, performing calculations, design drafting, reviewing of construction submittals, responding to requests for information, etc., is a plus
• Ability and willingness to assist designers, drafters, and other staff members in various ways that contribute to successful completion of design deliverables
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in Autodesk or Bentley Microstation CAD
• Must have a valid motor vehicle driver’s license and be insurable.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
• Ability to carry required instruments and equipment.
• Ability to safely lift 20 pounds.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.