ARCHITECT SENIOR - DESIGN MANAGER

About the role

Supports the execution of renovation and construction projects based on identified needs and established budgets.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assignments in the management of programming, design, production and observation of capital and related projects.
• Solicits and documents input from internal and external clients, and coordinates with applicable regulatory agencies.
• Develop and manage the scope, budget, and schedule through the Project Definition and Design phases of the project.
• Technical Oversight of Construction Documents, Details, and Specifications.
• Coverage and management of projects in accordance with Arizona Board of Regents policies.
• Review work of consulting architects and construction managers to ensure that University guidelines and contractual requirements are met.
• Provide advice and information to outside consultants concerning space planning guidelines, architectural guidelines, campus planning, and institutional goals.
• Work collaboratively with a variety of involved stakeholders including, but not limited to: landscape architects, historic preservation coordinator, and environmental graphics staff to coordinate project scope.
• Might supervise activities of subordinate staff members as part of a project team and perform other tasks as assigned.
• Think critically and present relevant data and information.
• Participate and encourage support of the institution's sustainability programs.
• Regular activities require the ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Use work order systems (TMA) in response to maintenance requests.
• Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• Experience in: Architectural design experience in interior tenant improvements, renovations and additions (e.g. laboratory, office/classroom).
• Eight (8) years Architecture and architectural principles, practices and techniques.
• Reviewing and interpreting federal and state building and accessibility code requirements.
• Developing test fits and space planning.
• Experience in Construction Administration and Field Observations.
• Extensive experience in the preparation and development of construction documents, details and specifications.
• Conducting, interpreting and preparing building condition assessments.
• Preparing budgets during the conceptual design phase.
• Demonstrated knowledge of: MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Autocad or Revit software, and Sketch up electronic sketching software.
• Federal and state facility Life Safety and International Building Code requirements.
• Use of Means Cost Estimating, Uni-Format/other industry construction cost guides.
• Architecture and architectural principles, practices and techniques.
• Federal and state facility and code requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD/Revit software.
• Knowledge of federal and state building codes and regulations.
• Project management and budgeting experience.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Benefits

ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona, including:

• Flexible work schedules
• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.

Pay

$85,000 - $88,400 per year, commensurate experience and education.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM. This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.