Sr. Architect Designer

Town of Barnstable • Hyannis, MA

87d

About The Position

Provides professional, highly technical, planning, design, project management, and construction administrative work on a wide variety of projects relating to municipal facilities (buildings, grounds, cemeteries, etc.). May occasionally be required to provide technical and project management services for horizontal or marine infrastructure projects. Provides plans and specifications (stamped as appropriate) for all in-house projects; oversees in-house projects related to existing buildings and new buildings within the Town; functions as in-house Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) architectural resource. Prepares and administers budgets; analyzes, recommends, plans for and implements improvements; assists the Town Architect in directing and managing the operations of the Architect Section; all other related work as assigned. May be required to act as Town Architect in their absence. Position(s) funded 100% through the Barnstable Capital Improvement Project funds. Elimination of this funding will result in elimination of this position and separation of the employee from this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (advanced degrees preferred).
• Eight to ten years of progressively responsible relevant experience in design, construction, and supervision of large complex buildings in Massachusetts.
• Registered Architect License (required).
• Construction Supervisor License (preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of Architecture.
• Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations governing public construction.
• Technical knowledge and experience in design, construction, and inspection problems in municipal design and construction.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts procurement laws, contract administration, and project management.
• Working knowledge of computer applications related to architectural functions.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional planning, design, project management, and construction administrative work on municipal facilities projects.
• Oversees in-house projects related to existing and new buildings within the Town.
• Acts as in-house ADA architectural resource.
• Prepares and administers budgets for projects.
• Analyzes, recommends, plans for, and implements improvements.
• Assists the Town Architect in managing the operations of the Architect Section.
• May act as Town Architect in their absence.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree