Architect

Position Summary

Positions in this class typically plan, design, manage, and review construction, development, or manipulation of the physical environment for practical, esthetic, religious, or creative objectives, such as university facilities, office buildings, theaters, industrial facilities, landscaping, and / or other physical property.

They assess programmatic needs, available funding, site constraints, and regulatory requirements and develop a design that addresses project requirements.

They may analyze and / or review consultant firms’ construction and renovation plans to ensure all plans are functional, safe, economical, and sufficient to meet the needs of the community.

Positions in this banded class are typically involved in all phases of project development, from the initial programming and scope definition with the user groups and other stakeholders through the entire construction process including close-out.

They may be involved in obtaining construction bids, selecting contractors, and negotiating construction contracts. After discussing and agreeing on the initial proposal, some positions may develop final construction documents (drawings and specifications.

Typically included in these documents is : drawings of the structural system; air-conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems;

electrical systems; communications systems; plumbing, utility, site; landscaping, and / or related physical structures. The documents specify the building materials and, in some cases, the interior furnishings.

In developing designs, these positions follow building codes, zoning laws, fire regulations, and other ordinances. As construction proceeds, they visit building construction sites to make sure that contractors follow the design, adhere to the schedule, use the specified materials, and meet work quality standards.

Positions within this profession have similar job duties, but differ primarily in relation to the size, scope, and complexity of the projects they are assigned.

Positions at the highest levels tend to work on large scale projects and / or oversee programs that have a significant budgetary, economic, organizational, and community impact.

Position Information

Position Number

Working Position Title

Architect

Building and Room No.

C Lowery St

Appointment Type

Permanent Full-Time

If Time Limited.

Appointment Length.

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies

Normal Work Schedule

M-F 8-5 There may be some evenings and weekends required if contractors are on campus.

Department Required Skills

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment and three years of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Licensed to practice architecture or landscape architecture by the North Carolina Board of Architecture or the North Carolina Board of Landscape Architects.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

The successful candidate will have a thorough technical knowledge of architectural / engineering programming, space planning, building code compliance, construction cost budgeting, and architectural / engineering design contract management.

Direct experience in the design of University buildings is desirable, as is an understanding of the administrative processes of project delivery within the North Carolina State system.

Required Minimum training : Minimum three years of directly related experience as a licensed architect. Additional Training / Experience : Minimum of five years experience in architectural, planning;

additional educational coursework or degrees in management, computer applications, and communications is desirable.

Required License or Certification

Valid license to practice architecture granted by the North Carolina Board of Architecture.

Valid US Driver’s License

Commercial Driver’s License Required

Physical Required

List any other medical / drug tests required