5250 - Architect I (New Buildings Division)

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the departments need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Manages the design and development of construction documents for large architectural projects including coordination of full building systems and site utilities;
• Develops project budgets for assigned projects including multi-year budget forecasting and project cost tracking;
• Assists in contract development for professional services;
• Develops all phases of architectural systems, making final determinations as to structural requirements, type, capacity, location of equipment, and permissible substitutions in project plans and specifications;
• Investigates and evaluates requests for large-scale departmental remodeling and reviews such requests with department personnel;
• Makes technical and physical surveys and compiles data for use in developing new projects;
• Coordinates with other departmental staff also involved in assigned projects;
• Describes manner in which work is to be performed, processes to be followed, precautions to be taken, and any other special conditions peculiar to the project;
• Estimates the total hours necessary for the completion of each phase of construction;
• Determines quantity, types, and costs of materials and equipment;
• Conducts periodic inspections of work in process;
• Makes final inspection of completed projects and authorizes their acceptance;
• Prepares reports;
• Oversees/leads and reviews the work of drafting/designer staff;
• Prepares construction documents in-house for small to medium-sized tenant improvements or small additions;
• Manages the pre-construction phase contracts for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) or Design/Build Contractor.

A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in architecture or other related discipline as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

1. Current registration in any U.S. state as an architect.
2. Experience with/knowledge of principles and practices of architecture and project management for building design and construction administration.
3. Experience managing building projects with construction costs usually valued at greater than $5 million dollars.
4. Experience with communication in a written format.
5. Experience developing project budgets and schedules from preliminary scope and program information, as well as managing project budgets and schedules from inception through construction completion.
6. Experience identifying and engaging with project stakeholder groups.
7. Experience developing scopes of work for outsourced professional design consultants and pre-construction services.
8. Experience with building types to include office, legal and law enforcement, judicial, medical, community centers, libraries, industrial use structures, and other government building types.
9. Basic computer knowledge and skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Auto-CAD 2020 (or later version), Bluebeam, or other related software.
10. Experience with/knowledge of current building and accessibility codes.
11. Resume attached to supplement completed job application.

Licenses and Certificate: All positions require current registration as a professional Architect within one of the NCARB-recognized jurisdictions with registration as a professional Architect in the State of Arizona, or registration as a professional Architect in the State of Arizona within six (6) months of appointment. Current registration not within an NCARB-recognized jurisdiction will need to be reviewed for reciprocity thru NCARB to obtain registration as a professional Architect in the State of Arizona within the six (6) month period. Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.

Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.