Architectural Design Coordinator - 526633

The University of Alabama•Alabama, NY

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About The Position

The Architectural Design Coordinator provides architectural support for existing and new campus projects. Assists in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of architectural techniques, procedures, and design. Additional Department Summary: Under the supervision of the Staff Architect, plans and produces work requiring sound professional judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of architectural techniques, procedures, and designs. Assesses, evaluates, and analyzes existing campus facilities. Prepares drawings, specifications, estimates, and other documents as needed for new projects and renovation work. Develops new approaches to solving design and construction issues. Promotes sustainability techniques and new design technologies in new projects and renovation projects. Monitors construction for compliance with applicable codes, accepted practices, and University standards. Provides architectural support to the department relating to campus projects, including the review of design documents and shop drawings. Possesses ability to communicate clearly and to relate to users, administrators, design professionals, contractors, and staff members.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of architectural experience to include two (2) years Revit experience and/or 3D modeling in an architectural work environment; OR associate's degree and four (4) years of architectural experience to include two (2) years Revit experience and/or 3D modeling in an architectural work environment.
Experience generating plans and specifications for commercial or institutional construction.
Must have valid U.S. driver's license.
Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.
Knowledge of Revit, ICC Codes, and ADAAG requirements for buildings and building sites.
Requires in-depth knowledge of architectural design concepts and practices, as well as extensive knowledge of the construction process for new construction and renovation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in architectural design or drafting from an accredited academic institution.
Classical architecture experience is preferred.
Experience designing University facilities.

Responsibilities

Provides architectural support for existing and new campus projects.
Assists in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of architectural techniques, procedures, and design.
Plans and produces work requiring sound professional judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of architectural techniques, procedures, and designs.
Assesses, evaluates, and analyzes existing campus facilities.
Prepares drawings, specifications, estimates, and other documents as needed for new projects and renovation work.
Develops new approaches to solving design and construction issues.
Promotes sustainability techniques and new design technologies in new projects and renovation projects.
Monitors construction for compliance with applicable codes, accepted practices, and University standards.
Provides architectural support to the department relating to campus projects, including the review of design documents and shop drawings.
Communicates clearly and relates to users, administrators, design professionals, contractors, and staff members.