This position is located in the Facilities Management Department.

Salary Grade: A2

Starting Salary: $30.80 - $36.80 DOQ

Performs professional architectural work in the design and development of public works and related projects. Leads large architectural projects through all phases of design and construction.

(Work assignments may vary depending on the department's needs 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.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Knowledge of:

• principles and practices of architecture design;
• techniques of design, construction and maintenance of architectural projects;
• principles of supervision and training;
• project management including budget forecasting and project cost tracking;
• procurement codes and other administrative policies related to project delivery;
• survey, investigation and inspection techniques and procedures.

Skill in:

• designing, developing and supervising major architectural projects;
• supervising and evaluating the work of others;
• developing and administering project budgets;
• maintaining effective working relationships with others;
• effective communication techniques;
• prioritizing and managing multiple large architectural projects.

• Current registration in any U.S. state as an Architect.
• Experience with/knowledge of the principles and practices of architecture and project management for building design and construction administration.
• Experience managing building projects with construction costs usually valued less than $1 million dollars.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills including excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills.
• 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.
• Experience identifying and engaging with project stakeholder groups.
• Experience developing scopes of work for outsourced professional consulting and construction services.
• Experience with building types to include office, legal and law enforcement, judicial, medical, community centers, libraries, industrial use structures, and other government building types.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project 2010, Auto-CAD 2017 (or later version), Bluebeam, or other related software.
• Experience with/working knowledge of current building and accessibility codes.
• Resume required.

Licenses and Certificates: All positions require current registration as a professional Architect in the United States of America with registration as a professional Architect in the State of Arizona at the time of appointment. 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. Successful candidates offered employment with Pima County, including current employees who have applied for new positions, are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their scheduled start date. If you are unable to become fully vaccinated due to a medical disability or religious observance/practice, you must request an accommodation – accommodation forms are located online.