ARCHITECT

Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations Location: Washington, District of Columbia If you have experience in planning, designing, and managing complex architectural projects, enjoy working in multidisciplinary teams, and want to play an integral role in a dynamic operations organization, then consider joining the Office of the Chief Administrative Services Officer! Key Responsibilities If you are selected for this position, you will perform the following duties: Oversee architectural projects for all FTC facilities from the conception stage through construction and project completion, while adhering to local, regional, and national building codes, ADA and OSHA requirements. Ensure project teams meet quality, schedule, contractual, and budget goals Identify and documents agency design and construction needs; proposing effective options and solutions through architectural principles, concepts and methodology. Develop specific design solutions and construction documents, including contract working drawings and specifications via CAD and other planning software tools. Reviews architect and engineering designs and space criteria for economical utilization of facilities, space, and equipment. Advises the Director of Space and Facilities on construction and design projects along with future master planning for all FTC spaces, which includes interior moves, department space allocations and functionality. Maintains successful working relationships with GSA, internal and external customers as a point-of-contact for assigned projects. Requirements & Education In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirements for this position, applicants must possess the following: Education Required for Architects: 1. Degree: Architecture; or related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems. OR 2. Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished: (1) a thorough knowledge of the arts and sciences underlying professional architecture, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the architectural principles, methods, and techniques and their applications to the design and construction or improvement of buildings. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by at least one of the following: Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the arts and sciences underlying professional architecture, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the architectural principles, methods, and techniques and their applications to the design and construction or improvement of buildings. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by at least one of the following: Related Curriculum: Degree in architectural engineering may be accepted as satisfying in full the basic requirements, provided the completed course work in architectural engineering provided knowledge, skills, and abilities substantially equivalent to those provided in the courses specified in paragraph A. The curriculum for a degree in either architecture or architectural engineering covers function, esthetics, site, structure, economics, mechanical-electrical, and other engineering problems related to the design and construction of buildings primarily (but not exclusively) intended to house human activities. The courses required for a degree in architecture generally place emphasis upon planning, esthetics, and materials and methods of construction, while the courses for an architectural engineering degree place equal or greater weight on the technical engineering aspects such as structural systems, mechanical systems, and the properties of materials. Because of this difference in emphasis, persons with degrees in architecture may have a preference for work assignments that offer greater opportunities for them to express their artistic and creative abilities. As a result, they may be more concerned with planning and design aspects of architecture, and persons with degrees in architectural engineering may be more engaged in aspects emphasizing technical engineering considerations. Experience: An applicant lacking a degree in architecture must have had l year of experience in an architect's office or in architectural work for each year short of graduation from a program of study in architecture. In the absence of college courses, 5 years of such experience is required. This experience must have demonstrated that the applicant has acquired a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional architecture. Transcripts are required upon selection. Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: FOREIGN EDUCATION Which agency is hiring for this position? This position is with Federal Trade Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations. What is the salary for this position? The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr. Is this position remote or telework eligible? This position is eligible for telework. What is the application deadline? Applications close on 2026-10-06. Who is eligible to apply? This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path. #J-18808-Ljbffr Federal Trade Commission