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Colorado Department of Corrections · 3 hours ago

Architect I

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The Colorado Department of Corrections is seeking an Architect I to perform professional services including project management and facility programming. The role involves leading design teams, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and developing strategic facility plans.

Law Enforcement

Responsibilities

Conceive, develop, and has "on-point" responsibility in the detailing of new projects, including Capital Construction, Controlled Maintenance, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Life Safety

Advise Project Representatives and Project Managers in resolution of project problems

Lead private sector design teams by interpreting the program/space requirements of various projects and reviews Schematic Design, Design Development, and Contract Documents to ensure compliance with design program and budget

Provide quality assurance for new project requests ensuring design parameters are consistent with existing Department guidelines and standards, and with legislative intent

Establish strategic planning and Facilities Master Plan. Leads responsibility for implementing and maintaining the physical plant record for the Department

Develop site and Office of Primary Responsibility specific facility master plans

Research and write facility program plans and collaborate with private sector design professionals to assure compliance with the design program and construction management

Prepare and evaluate requests for qualifications/proposals for professional services

Coordinate end users' wants and needs with overall Department strategic plan to assist the design teams in producing a project that can be justified and ultimately receive the appropriation necessary to implement

Perform other job related duties as assigned or required

Qualification

Architect licenseConstruction standardsProject managementAutoCADFacility programmingCritical thinkingInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationOral communicationAttention to detail

Required

Current, valid license as an Architect by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors

Ability to function independently

Highly effective critical thinking/decision making/complex problem solving skills

Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings or other structures

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technician plans, blueprints, drawings, and models

Excellent interpersonal/customer service skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and prioritize

Keen ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility

Strong self motivation

Proficient in various software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Auto Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD)

Excellent attention to detail

Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations

Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift

Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction

Ability to read and comprehend the English language

Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing

Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind

Preferred

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and/or master's degree in Architecture or similar related field

Direct experience assessing facility conditions and identifying maintenance and/or repair activities

Experience that demonstrates prioritizing physical plant modifications

Experience negotiating project specifications

Experience developing operating strategies, plans, and procedures

Experience preparing financial documents, report and budgets for projects

Experience in Title II interpretation of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA)

Company

Colorado Department of Corrections

The Colorado Department of Corrections' mission is to protect the citizens of Colorado by holding offenders accountable and engaging them in opportunities to make positive behavioral changes and become law-abiding, productive citizens.

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