(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 and complex architectural projects including phased, multi-story, high-performance building systems projects with multiple site utilities;
Reviews plans and specifications for large and complex architectural projects;
Manages the design, permit approvals, and the construction procurement process for large and complex architectural projects;
Evaluates construction bids and makes award recommendations;
Utilizes Pima County’s financial software to monitor and update project budgets and financial projections for large and complex architectural projects;
Advises the Architectural Manager on capital improvement projects and assists in developing long-range capital improvement plans;
Develops space allocation programs and analyzes County departmental space needs to project growth patterns and long-range space needs;
Investigates and evaluates requests for departmental remodeling and reviews such requests with department personnel;
Makes technical and physical surveys and compiles data for use in developing new large and complex architectural projects;
Develops cost estimates for all phases of projects;
Conducts periodic inspections of work in process;
Makes final inspection of completed large and complex architectural projects and authorizes their acceptance;
Prepares reports;
Organizes, coordinates, and updates project stakeholder groups, including internal/external and other governmental agencies as project progresses, including attending and participating in required public meetings;
Coordinates procurement, design, and installation of public art for capital improvements projects;
Assists in developing capital improvement projects and preliminary project budgets for other Pima County departments for use in preparing their annual department budgets.
Supervises, reviews, and trains architectural 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:
Skill in:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in architecture or other related discipline as defined by the Appointing Authority at the time of recruitment, and four years of post-registration professional architectural experience.
(Additional relevant education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
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.):
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.
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.