Architect Designer 1

About the role

Provides professional, technical, planning, design, project management, and construction administrative work on a wide variety of projects relating to municipal facilities (buildings, grounds, cemeteries, etc.). May occasionally be required to provide technical and project management services for horizontal or marine infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Conducting research, field verification, data collection, performing evaluations, planning, design, drafting, construction inspection, survey, contracting, and project management;
• All other related work as required;
• All other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture and three to five years of progressively responsible relevant experience in the design, construction and supervision of construction of buildings in Massachusetts;
• Class D drivers license required.
• Registered Architect License preferred, at a minimum must be working towards architectural registration.

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Architecture, and of the materials, methods and techniques of public works.
• Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations governing public construction.
• Technical knowledge and experience in design, construction and inspection problems commonly encountered in municipal design and construction activities.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts procurement laws, contract administration and project management.
• Working knowledge of computer applications related to architectural functions.
• Ability to plan, design, and manage complex projects.
• Ability to interpret and follow engineering and architectural plans.
• Ability to develop and effectively manage construction budgets.
• Ability to conduct cost analyses, value engineering and cost management for large-scale construction projects.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports.
• Ability to prepare and administer grants.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and deal appropriately and effectively with a large variety of people.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates; and to evaluate their performance.
• Ability to work in a close-knit, team environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in the use of computers including word processing, spreadsheets, database, PowerPoint, AutoCAD Architecture Software, and engineering design software.
• Team oriented attitude.