Architect

Under the direction of the 5211 Senior Architect, this position is responsible for preparing and supervising the creation of preliminary plans and detailed drawings for large, complex capital projects; presenting to stakeholders and the Airport's internal committee; developing design options; preparing and reviewing specifications; producing construction documents for permits and procurement; managing the construction administration phase to ensure compliance with plans and specifications; overseeing OAC meetings; and performing other related activities during construction administration and project closeout.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties:

• Provides comprehensive project planning and coordination services, including maintaining client relationships, support of contract negotiation and administration, public and user group presentations, and maintenance of budgets and schedules for the assigned projects. The Architect also participates in the professional development of subordinate staff.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of complex and difficult conceptual, schematic and detailed design, through final architectural contract documents, bidding and supplemental documents, preliminary and final construction cost estimates, project schedules and budgets for a wide variety of construction and maintenance projects.
• Prepares and facilitates communication between engineering disciplines, clients, agencies, consultants and contractors. Prepares and conducts presentations to clients, public interest groups and Commissions.
• Participates in the preparation of Proposals for Services and agreements with clients and consulting architects and engineers.
• Participates in the leadership of the Department, Bureau and section (or workgroup where assigned) and in the supervision, training and mentoring of subordinate staff and establishing goals for annual work plans and professional development.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of project programming, and summaries of the size and scope of projects and contracts, including cost estimates. Researches, analyzes and interprets regulatory requirements; facilitates project approvals and permits from regulatory agencies.
• Coordinates the preparation of environmental impact statements feasibility studies and reports for architectural projects.
• Researches and analyzes project data; selects and specifies building systems, materials and finishes.
• Plans, distributes and coordinates work by staff; coordinates the work of multiple design and engineering disciplines, checks drawings and specifications prepared by staff, consulting Architects and Engineers for conformance with prescribed federal and state standards, project design criteria and codes.
• Examines, analyzes and makes recommendations on submitted construction bids and consultant qualifications and proposals; reviews and analyzes contract modifications and makes recommendations accordingly.
• Reviews and checks contractors' correspondence, reports, change order requests, payment requests and submittals including shop drawings, material samples and substitutions to insure contract compliance and conformity with the design intent.
• Coordinates with contractors, construction managers, inspectors, project managers, and code officials; conducts field observation of work in progress to assure contract compliance.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Experience:

Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the architectural field, including architectural design, architectural detailing, construction documents, programming, preliminary cost budgeting, specification coordination and review, and construction administration. This experience must include four (4) years serving as a job captain or project leader, and two (2) years of verifiable experience as a licensed architect in the State of California. (Experience in lower-level classes (i.e., 5260, 5261, 5265, or 5266) is considered qualifying.)

License and Certification:

Possession of a license to practice architecture in the State of California issued by the California State Board of Architectural Examiners

Possession of a valid California driver's license.

NOTES:

A valid out-of-state driver's license is acceptable during the application process. A valid California driver's license must be obtained prior to appointment and maintained throughout employment

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40 hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above 40 hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.

Desirable Qualifications:

The stated desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred to for hiring:

• Experience serving as Project Architect, with strong proficiency in preparing concept and schematic design drawings, presentation materials, construction documents, specifications, and detailingpreferably for interior and aviation-related projects.
• Proven construction administration experience across various building typologies, with a focus on small-scale and interior renovation work.
• Highly proficient in Revit for drafting and design coordination.
• Experience collaborating within interdisciplinary project teams of 5-10 members.
• Experience working with a variety of audiences and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Understanding and practical knowledge of San Francisco and California Building Codes.
• Understanding and practical knowledge of San Francisco Administrative Code.
• Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, including Lumion, Photoshop, Acrobat, In-Design and Illustrator.
• LEED accreditation or demonstrated experience with Title 24 Energy Code and Net Zero Energy Buildings is a plus.
• Experience in managing project budgets, cost forecast and schedules