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Texas Department of Transportation · 3 days ago

Maintenance Architect - Maintenance Division

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled Architect to join their Maintenance Division. In this role, you'll lead the design and execution of architectural projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards while coordinating with various stakeholders.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Responsible for complex architectural projects from initiation to completion

Reviews consultant's plans, specifications and estimates, construction and design documents, policies and procedures, standards and/or guidelines. Assists with estimation of proposed construction costs and prioritizes proposed projects

Develops and prepares consultant work authorizations and agreements

Oversees, coordinates and monitors building projects performed by architectural consultants

Performs architectural work in coordination with engineering and support associates

Prepares and seals final plans, specifications, estimates and other necessary construction and contract documentation for letting

Trains less experience Registered Architects and/or Intern Architects

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

Registered Professional ArchitectArchitectural fundamentalsConstruction drawingsFacility planningConstruction cost estimationProject managementCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

5 years of experience in Architecture-related work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent) Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis

Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle

Registered Professional Architect. Must be registered as an Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners

Considerable knowledge of architectural fundamentals and applications

Considerable knowledge of construction drawings and estimating

Considerable knowledge of facility planning, design and site development

Considerable knowledge of applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes

Expert skill in reviewing plans for accuracy and ensuring compliance with requirements

Proficient skill in speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused

Proficient skill in monitoring the status and progress of projects

Proficient skill in prioritizing projects/workload and meeting deadlines

Proficient skill in using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems

Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools

Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand

Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words

Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication

Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing