STAFF ARCHITECT

JOB STATUS: OPEN
POSTING NUMBER: 00062934
SCHOOL YEAR: 2024-2025
CALENDAR: District Support / Full Year
CLOSING DATE: 01/05/2025 04:00 PM
POSTING NUMBER: 00062934
LOCATION: 063:FAC DESIGN/CONSTRUCT
POSITION TITLE: STAFF ARCHITECT
JOB DESCRIPTION:

To manage the programming, design and assist in the construction management required for the coordination of architectural, structural, civil, electrical, and mechanical disciplines as related to each capital improvement project.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Meets with the Director and other District personnel as needed, and reports status of capital projects.
• Supervises and evaluate assigned personnel.
• Prepares preliminary drawings and/or construction documents for miscellaneous remodeling and/or construction projects.
• Meets with appropriate District administrators and architects to review design concepts and construction standards.
• Prepares and administers architectural contracts and other contracted professional services.
• Coordinates design reviews with architects and district personnel, including Maintenance & Operations, IT, and others as needed.
• Meets with and advises contracted personnel regarding contract requirements.
• Reviews all phases of design to assure the districts needs are being met, projects are on time and within budget.
• Coordinates with the Procurement Department in getting projects out to bid.
• Assists in the preparation of construction contracts.
• Assists in the inspection of work in progress to ensure compliance with construction documents timelines and budgets.
• Represents the District and the Department as needed.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations' in-person and on the telephone.
• Knowledge of APS community, computer system, financial and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of word processing, database and spreadsheet software.
• Knowledge of standard construction techniques and applicable code requirements.
• Knowledge of operation of Computer Automated Drafting (CAD).
• Seven years experience, including management responsibilities, in architectural engineering, and/or building construction.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in architect engineering or related field.
• Registered architect or engineer in the State of NM or will have successfully completed all exams within 6 months of date of hire.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment physical examination.
• Valid New Mexico Driver's license with insurable driving record.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Contact: Karen Alarid at / [email protected]
APPLY TO:

Please apply at www.aps.edu and submit a District Support application. A cover letter, resume and any other supporting documents MUST be submitted prior to 4:00 PM on the closing date of the advertisement for your application to be considered complete.

ADDITIONAL INFO:
GRADE / LEVEL: DSE 16
SALARY: $107,472.49
DAYS: 256
HOURS: 8
START DATE: asap