Architect IV, V - Construction Management Section

Overview This posting is being used to fill various Architect positions at the specified location. The authorized level of the position is ArchitectV. Applications are being accepted down to the Architect IV in the event of recruiting difficulties. Salary Range New external hires typically begin at the initial step. Placement above the initial step may be considered based on position requirements, exceptional qualifications, budget availability, and other relevant factors, all requiring prior approval. Current Hawaii State Department of Education employees will be placed according to Department regulations and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Architect IV, AR-24: $8,465.00 - $10,804.00 per month Architect V, AR-26: $9,141.00 - $11,669.00 per month Responsibilities Supervises and works with a small group of lower-level architects and draftsmen in the preparation of designs, plans, specifications and estimates for major and complex buildings and structures such as schools, health, social services and higher education facilities, and other government buildings, which include new construction, remodeling, alterations, and major repairs. Assigns work to subordinates, observes work in progress, providing assistance and technical advice as needed in the solution of unusual or complex problems. Reviews finished work for architectural design values, technical adequacy and conformance to departmental objectives; reviews completed plans and specifications prepared by contractors for compliance with building, plumbing and electrical codes, and with fire and health regulations. Inspects construction and architectural work done by contractors to insure compliance with designs, plans, specifications, and contract agreements; confers with engineers engaged in the preparation of structural, electrical and mechanical plans. Makes recommendations and suggests changes in materials and construction, and makes necessary adjustments in architectural designs to fit structural, electrical and mechanical requirements; interprets building code requirements. May recommend building sites and types of buildings best suited for the intended purpose. Education Requirement Graduation from an accredited school or college of architecture or engineering, with a degree in architecture or architectural engineering. Four years of successful and progressive experience in architecture which will enable the applicant to perform successfully at the professional level may be substituted for graduation from college provided this experience demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional architecture and an understanding of the field of architecture comparable to that which would be acquired through successful completion of a full four‑year course leading to a bachelor’s degree in an accredited college or university with a major study in architecture. Experience Requirements Except for the substitutions provided for in this specification, applicants must have had progressively responsible experience of the kind and quality described below and in the amounts shown in the following summary. Architect IV: 3 years architectural experience, 0 years supervisory experience, 0 years administrative experience, 3 total years. Architect V: 4 years architectural experience, supervisory potential (not actual), 0 years administrative experience, 4 total years. For the Architect V level, supervisory potential rather than actual supervisory experience may be accepted. Supervisory potential or the ability to perform supervisory duties will be considered to have been met when there is strong evidence of the necessary supervisory aptitudes as demonstrated by outstanding performance on special assignments of understudy supervisory activities, self‑development programs such as further education or training in supervision or affirmative appraisals by supervisors as to leadership qualities. Professional Architectural Experience Professional architectural work experience in developing and preparing complete designs, drawings, specifications, estimates of buildings, structure, and installations. Professional experience is comprised of the performance of the recognized architectural functions based on and requiring a thorough knowledge and application of the basic physical, mathematical and architectural sciences to the solution of theoretical or practical architectural problems. Unacceptable Experience Routine drafting or development of plans where no original investigations or designs are involved. Artistic, scientific or technical illustrating activities in the drawing, inking, lettering or coloring of maps, charts, posters, etc., for purposes of publication, exhibition or scientific record. Landscape architectural work consisting mainly of the layout, design, construction or maintenance of land areas and landscape features, including ground and water forms, vegetation, roads, walks, incidental structures, and other landscape features. Experience in city or community planning work that relates to the broad social and economic growth and development of such community services and facilities as industry, commerce, transportation, streets, utilities, and parks. Structural engineering experience per se; i.e. stress analyses, and design of foundations and structural framing of concrete, timber, steel and masonry structures. Experience in inspection and field supervision of construction of engineering projects. Experience in design, fabrication, testing, operation, installation or maintenance of electrical, mechanical, communication, heating, ventilation or related equipment. Experience in the repair of ship hulls or superstructures; and Engineering experience limited to the preparation of contract specifications; estimating of construction materials and costs. Qualifications Applicant must possess a Hawaii State Certificate of Registration as professional architect for the Architect IV and higher levels. Applicant must have a current, valid driver's license. Applicants who do not possess a bachelor's degree in architecture or architectural engineering may be required to take and qualify on a written test designed to measure the applicant's knowledge and understanding of the architectural sciences and techniques and their application to architectural problems. Salary Notes The advertised salary is based on full‑time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hawaii State Department of Education