Architect

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Walla Walla, WA

16h

About The Position

The Walla Walla District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages local water resources for navigation, flood damage reduction, disaster assistance, hydroelectric power generation, and natural and heritage areas. The Architect serves in the Structural Design Section and plans, designs, and supports construction of new, modified, and upgraded features of civil and military works projects. The Architect ensures designs meet State and Federal building codes, USACE requirements, and industry standards, and develops design criteria where codes or standards do not prescribe an approach.

The role includes preliminary and final architectural design for civil works such as flood control, hydropower, fish passage, and recreational facilities, and military works such as office buildings, housing, storage warehouses, and specialized shops. The Architect reviews designs and working drawings prepared by engineers, architects, architecture and engineering firms, and personnel from other Districts; writes technical specifications; and prepares construction documents using CAD software.

Requirements

• Meet the basic education and/or experience requirements for an Architect: a bachelor's degree or higher in architecture or a related field with specified architecture coursework, or an acceptable combination of education, training, and technical experience demonstrating the required architectural knowledge.
• For GS-11: One year of specialized experience designing buildings and architectural systems and using CAD software.
• For GS-12: One year of specialized experience designing buildings and architectural systems for new and remodeled commercial or industrial facilities, and proficiency in CAD software. Education cannot substitute for this GS-12 experience requirement.
• Submit transcripts with the application, or proof of an alternate basic requirement.
• Possess or obtain and maintain a valid driver's license issued by one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions.
• Be able to meet suitability or fitness requirements, which may include a background investigation.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and support construction of new, modified, and upgraded features of civil and military works projects.
• Ensure project features meet State and Federal building codes, USACE requirements, and industry standards.
• Develop the problem scope and derive criteria for an optimum design when codes or standards do not stipulate precedence.
• Prepare preliminary and final designs for civil works projects, including flood control, hydropower, fish passage, and recreational facilities.
• Prepare preliminary and final designs for military works projects, including office buildings, housing, storage warehouses, and specialized shops.
• Review designs and working drawings prepared by engineers, architects, A/E firms, and personnel from other Districts.
• Write technical specifications and prepare construction documents using CAD software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package, with benefits for employees and their families.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable regulations and agency determination.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level