Architect

Position Overview

Under direction of a senior architect, Architect is responsible for performing professional work managing the development, review, and approval of the design and construction of county buildings and facilities and for providing technical assistance to other related building construction. May lead a vertical project management team. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Programs, designs, draws, and writes technical specifications for County projects.
• Reviews plans, specifications, cost estimates, and inspects sites during construction operations.
• Directs and participates in project development for one of the project management teams.
• Establishes and assists the setting of preliminary programs, budgets, and schedules to meet project needs and makes recommendations to the County Engineer on the project delivery method.
• Manage consultants and oversee work products/manage.
• Develops reports and presentations on projects to staff and the public.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as directed.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx 
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net 

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education

Experience

architecture.

Licensures:

OR

• must obtain a license to practice in the State of Texas within one (1) year of employment.
• Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of architectural principles and practices, particularly in the design and construction of governmental, commercial, and institutional buildings.
• Knowledge of building, development, and accessibility codes and the principles of sustainable buildings and facilities.
• Knowledge of construction practices, materials, systems, and the ability to develop cost estimates and schedules for building construction projects.
• Skilled in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Familiarity with and ability to read and interpret plans and
• specifications and knowledge of construction protocols and contract provisions.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, both narrative and graphic representations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, and to make presentations to groups often unfamiliar with facility design and construction.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with staff, stakeholder groups, other public agencies, and the public.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation, but ONLY the information stated on the application will be used for consideration.

Education

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.

Hybrid schedule: Three days in the office and two days working from home.

Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.  

Salary:

Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods.

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).

This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FEATURED BENEFITS:

Medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Wellness.

Professional development opportunity.

Flexible spending account.

457 deferred compensation plans.

Retirement pension (TCDRS).

Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).

Disability and life insurance.

Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.  

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.