Architect IV, V - Project Management Section

Teach In Hawaii • Honolulu, HI

81d • $8,289 - $11,427

About The Position

This posting is being used to fill various Architect positions at the specified location. The authorized level of the position is Architect V. Applications are being accepted down to the Architect IV in the event of recruiting difficulties. The posted salary range indicates potential compensation, not necessarily starting salary. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• For the Architect V level, supervisory potential rather than actual supervisory experience may be accepted.
• Possess a Hawaii State Certificate of Registration as professional architect for Architect IV and higher levels.
• Must have a current, valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering from an accredited school or college may be substituted for one year of architectural experience.
• Excess supervisory experience may be substituted for Architectural Experience on a year-for-year basis.

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 ensure 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.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
• 21 days of vacation per year.
• 21 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance with part of the premiums paid by the State.
• Free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket health care expenses.
• Retirement plan contributions by the State for eligible employees.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA) program participation.
• Deferred Compensation program for retirement investment.
• Temporary Disability Insurance for non-work related injuries.
• Workers' Compensation benefits for job-related injuries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree