Architect

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services, Properties and Facilities Management Division is currently accepting applications for an Architect position within the Technical Services unit, which provides technical services in the areas of engineering, architectural, code compliances, etc. to other units within the Division and other State agencies housed within State owned buildings.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

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• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Full Time, 40 Hours per week
• First Shift, Monday - Friday
• Hybrid/telework opportunity available
• Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT

THE ROLE


You will be part of a team of technical experts who contribute significantly to the success and quality assurance of Connecticut's state construction projects. With more than $1B in active design and construction projects, you will interact with multiple stakeholders to ensure that all external consultant designs comply with the Department's rigorous high-performance building policies, quality standards, and professional care expectations.

Discover the Opportunity to:

• Provide State agency space planning support, review, and evaluation of Agency "Request for Space" submittals;
• Assist in maintaining various excel databases and reports
• Prepare and review computer aided design documents;
• Provide technical and design assistance for state building projects and interior renovation projects;
• Participate with various state agencies in state building planning procedures, provide project management for facility capital improvement projects;
• Utilize the state procurement and bidding process;
• Assist in the development of the annual DAS Infrastructure Improvement Plan;
• Evaluate minor capital improvement projects for state facilities and perform the programmatic and administrative requirements for state facility projects from planning through the completion;
• Create cost estimates for projects including developing project schedule.

ABOUT US


The DAS RECS Division's Construction Services Office serves as the state's primary department responsible for overseeing Capital Building Construction Projects. Within this office, the Technical Services and Plan Review team collaborate closely with DAS project management staff to elevate construction quality standards, advance statewide sustainability goals, and support master planning and pre-design initiatives. This team also manages the State's electronic document archive system, ensuring efficient storage and access to critical project records.

Selection Plan

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io.
• Salary Calculations : For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

• Note : The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
• This employer may participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note : This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing as a specialist in the execution, design, analysis and coordination of work pertaining to all phases of design and planning for state buildings and institutions. This class may also assist in supervising such projects.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs specialized duties in development of project design and preparation of plans and specifications for state buildings and institutions;
• Coordinates architectural and engineering functions of projects;
• Develops plans and specifications for projects;
• Prepares and coordinates preliminary surveys and planning requirements;
• Assists in preparation of standard specifications for guidance of subordinates and outside architects;
• Reviews plans and specifications prepared by subordinates and/or outside architects for conformance with specifications;
• Analyzes design problems and recommends solutions;
• Performs site inspections to confirm compliance with specifications;
• Assists in developing capital improvement programs and continued maintenance plans;
• Negotiates fees and prepares contracts for consulting architects and engineers;
• Participates in meetings with consultants, agencies and project staff to establish and maintain work schedules and resolve questions;
• Prepares reports and responds to inquiries as necessary;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of
  • and ability to apply principles, practices, and methods of architecture, building design, and the design aspects of building modification and construction;
  • building materials and equipment;
  • building, fire safety and other applicable codes;
• Skills
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Considerable ability to conduct compliance reviews of construction specifications and drawings;
• Ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Eight (8) years of experience as a project architect with full responsibility for the architectural design of major building projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• College training in architecture may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of five (5) years for a Bachelor's degree program in architecture.
• A Master's degree in architecture may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with renovation projects and interior space planning costing less than $1,000,000
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Experience with design and plan review reporting for projects costing greater than one million dollars
• Experience estimating project costs and developing project schedules
• Experience utilizing the Connecticut Building Code
• Experience with the State of Connecticut DAS bidding and procurement procedures for public works projects and consulting services

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class will be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including a State of Connecticut Architect's license.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm from site environments and to some discomfort from year round weather conditions.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT


As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.