Virtual Engineering Architect

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.
Professional growth and development opportunities
Full Time, 40 Hours per week
First Shift, Monday - Friday
Hybrid/telework opportunity available
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.
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;
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.
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.

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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.
List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., 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. 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.
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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. WE'RE HERE TO HELP:

For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. 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.
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;
Performs site inspections to confirm compliance with specifications;
Participates in meetings with consultants, agencies and project staff to establish and maintain work schedules and resolve questions;
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;

Ability to utilize computer software.
Eight (8) years of experience as a project architect with full responsibility for the architectural design of major building projects.
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.
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
Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

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