Architect (Office of Bond & Construction Management [BCM]) (Non-Civil Service)

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Job Summary

Serves in a staff position for the design and construction of City projects including all aspects of planning, design, bid preparation, cost estmation, and monitoring of construction compliance

Job Description
 

Overview

The Architect provides technical and architectural expertise in the design, construction, and related architectural functions for the development and delivery of large scale Capital Improvement projects for the City. Assists in the design, review, and compliance evaluation for buildings, systems, signage, utility requirements, and ADA issues for projects across the City.

Essential Functions

1 Performs architectural design process on both renovation and new construction projects; assists and supports the design consultant selection, contracting process, and compilation of accurate stakeholder requirements.

2 Reviews, checks, and evaluates designs for code compliance and maintains documents for permit process; designs and implements project schedules while protecting original scope of work and budget; adjusts scope, schedule, and budget as approved during design process; oversees the contracting process by developing plans and specifications, handling bids, and assisting in contractor selection and quality control.

3 Provides technical expertise and architectural knowledge for the construction and implementation process on both renovation and new construction projects; negotiates and assists with contract details and information.

4 Reviews and approves consultant invoices and construction pay applications; confirms progress achieved on both design and construction to support payment; coordinates internal approval process and maintains audit-ready records on both design and construction contracts.

5 Serves as professional resource to tenants, design consultants, and developers as non-City owned projects are scoped, designed, and built on City of Dallas property; handles, fields, and processes frequent requests for information on how to initiate, gain departmental approval, achieve City of Dallas building permit, and satisfy all close-out and turnover requirements.

6 Drafts, prepares, and presents reports in various forms for accurate dissemination of project scope, schedule, budget, architecture design, and status.

7 Serves as internal resource for contracting, accounts payable, architectural archives, and potential design and construction ideas.

8 Attends training seminars and other meetings to ensure continuing education is obtained and all licensing requirements are up to date; assists and provides guidance to assistants.

9 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:  

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in architectural studies from an accredited institution.

EXPERIENCE: 

• Must have a license issued by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners

OR 

• Certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Board

EQUIVALENCIES:  

• Associate degree in any field plus three (3) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

LICENSE(S) and/or CERTIFICATION(S):

• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1 Knowledge of Architecture design and implementation

2 Knowledge of the building and construction process

3 Knowledge of City's bid and contract procedures.

4 Knowledge of regulatory and legal issues related to building design and construction.

5 Knowledge of design systems and software.

6 Knowledge of project management, engineering, and mechanical components to project implementation.

7 Ability to determine code requirements, design, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing system design.

8 Ability to negotiate contracts and work with contractors and other personnel.

9 Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

10 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

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