Architect (Office of Bond & Construction Management [BCM] Dept., Non Civil Service)

Job Summary

Serves in a staff position for the design and construction of City projects including all aspects of planning, design, bid preparation, cost estimation, and monitoring of construction compliance.

Job Description

• Assist stakeholders with development of accurate Program requirements necessary to describe project scope and confirm alignment with allocated funding and assist with contract close-out and turnover requirements upon project completion.
• Cook up all aspects of City’s procurement process for evaluation and selection of design consultant contracts and solicitation of construction cost proposals and facilitate recommended services proposals for contract award.
• Negotiate contract scope requirement details and deliverables.
• Oversee the contracting process by developing plans and specifications, handling bids, and assisting in contractor selection and quality control.
• Develop and implement project schedule and budget to maintain the Owner’s approved planned scope of work.
• Direct architectural design process for renovation and new construction projects and support operational needs and priorities of the City’s stakeholders.
• Perform preliminary review and evaluation of design solution proposals for code compliance, accessibility and long-term durability and life cycle maintainability.
• Absorb and analyze construction documents for Building Permit process.
• Review and approve consultant Invoices and contractor Payment Applications; confirm progress achieved on both design and construction to support payment.
• Maintain audit-ready records on all design and construction contracts.
• Prepare and present regular Reports in various formats for accurate dissemination of project scope, schedule, budget, as necessary to communicate current status.
• Attend continuing education and related training seminars to ensure State of Texas licensing requirements are maintained.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of architectural design process, including development of building program requirements and implementation.
• Knowledge of the building construction process.
• Knowledge of City's procurement procedures and contract requirements.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards related to building design and construction.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD software and related building design systems.
• Thorough understanding of project management from the Owner’s perspective.
• Ability to assess code requirements - structural, MEP and fire suppression systems.
• Ability to negotiate contracts and work with contractors and other personnel.
• Effective communication skills - verbally and written.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in architectural studies from an accredited institution. (Required)
• Experience (including Equivalency): (Required) Must be registered by Texas Board of Architectural Examiners as an Architect with a current license to practice. (Registered Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners) OR Be certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards as currently eligible to sit for the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE). (Currently eligible exam eligible for the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.)
• Licenses And Certifications: (Required) Valid driver's license with good driving record. License: Registered Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners OR Certification: Certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, as currently eligible to sit for the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE).

Minimum Qualification Notation: All qualifying information outlined in the minimum qualifications section: including education, experiences, and licenses/certifications MUST be included in the respective sections of the application (not simply the attachments-for example: resumes or cover letters) to be considered for this position.

The City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.