Project Design Unit Architect

Job Summary - Why you'll love this position

Do you love the architecture field? Are you looking for a great opportunity with even better benefits? Then, this is the job for you!

As a Design Unit Architect within the Project Design Unit, you will have the opportunity to build for a stronger tomorrow by applying your diverse background, education, and work experiences to wide variety and range of assignments to produce quality project design documents and aid in the implementation of state asset improvements. This person will use a broad application of architectural knowledge to serve as a technical resource for the project team to accomplish designs within budget, conduct inspections, and establish corrective courses of action utilizing multiple design options to support the mission and vision of FMDC. Every day is an opportunity to make an impact on the future, your community, and the State of Missouri!

This position has potential for long-term career growth! It is classified as an Architect (click to learn more).

This position is with the Office of Administration Division of Facilities Management, Design, and Construction (OA-FMDC) Design and Construction Team, supporting the Project Design Unit. OA-FMDC is committed to strengthening the State's investments while providing a safe and secure environment through innovative design solutions and excellent customer service.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.


Responsibilities - What you'll do

• Prioritize excellent customer service for wide and diverse network of internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to internal teams, state agencies, state officials, contractors, and the public.
• Serve as a technical resource to members of a project team. Provide technical guidance to other professionals within the department and key stakeholders.
• Design and develop a wide variety of architectural design opportunities from start to finish, including roof replacement, interior office renovations, accessibility upgrades, exterior building improvements, historical renovations, and more.
• Prepare drawings and specifications for all projects, review the work product, resolve conflicts, and provide scheduling control of architectural project assignments including drawing quality (using CAD standards and using relevant codes, products, and standards), specification quality (using CSI format), cost estimate quality (using RSMeans format), and overall review of construction administration phase activities and project delivery requirements.
• Complete field work verification of existing facility conditions. Translate field data and related design calculations into sketches to be assigned to a CAD Technician, or self-prepare AutoCAD drawings, for use in the bidding and construction of state projects.
• Create and edit technical specifications in the CSI industry standard format and prepare estimates of construction cost based on published RSMeans cost data.
• Participate in management of the construction phase of projects by reviewing contractor's shop drawings, verifying contractor's compliance with the construction drawings and specifications, and complete the designer certification of contractor pay applications and contractor requests for change orders as needed.
• Carry state-issued cell phone with you during work shift and bring work cell phone home with you after your normal shift ends. While off shift, team members shall respond timely to urgent texts, phone calls, voicemails, chat messages, and emails. It is pertinent to note that having your state-issued cell phone on does not mean you are on call after your work shift ends.
• Follow all OA-FMDC health and safety protocols in addition to OSHA standards.

Qualifications - All you need for success

• Ability to communicate, collaborate and lead with integrity in a manner that inspires trust and builds positive rapport with a diverse group of stakeholders and the public.
• Ability to manage numerous time-sensitive projects independently or as part of a team using procedures, processes, regulations, and practices applicable to the security of state government.
• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related field.
• Registration as a professional architect in the State of Missouri preferred.
• 3-8 years' experience in architecture, design and/or related field.
• Ability to efficiently utilize software resources such as AutoCAD, RSMeans, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Excellent attendance, work ethic, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills.
• Safety-first mindset with considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Working knowledge of building codes and design standards.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license from Missouri or from an adjacent state if you reside outside of Missouri.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.


Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

*This position is in an office environment and job duties may include prolonged periods of seated work at a desk, typing, written and verbal communication, problem solving, and the occasional ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds. Examples of job duties may also include prolonged periods of walking/standing/sitting/bending/driving, climbing ladders, working in inclement weather and working on uneven or elevated surfaces. This list is not all inclusive, but a general representation of duties that may be encountered in this position, however other duties may be assigned contingent upon business needs.


Job Details - More reasons to love this position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .


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