Principal Architectural Designer

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this position is to provide essential technical knowledge and perform design work as described below. This position serves as an Area Lead Designer or staff designer performing assignments of advanced complexity.

• Under general supervision of the Discipline Lead Architect or Design Supervisor, serve as an Area Lead Designer providing guidance/supervision to designers
• Prepare and check designs of advanced complexity utilizing 3D modeling and 2D computer- aided drafting and design (CADD) automation tools
• Coordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors and clients
• Execute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and procedures
• Execute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost and schedule baselines
• Perform bulk material take-off analysis and tabulations
• Provide technical support to activities associated with equipment and material procurement and subcontracting including review of vendor submittals
• Provide technical support to activities associated with construction administration including response to construction requests-for-information and field changes
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Associate degree in related technical field of study and minimum fifteen (15) years of work- related experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job.
• Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards.
• Ability to perform work in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, statutes and guidelines.
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner.
• Intermediate computer and software skills to include proficiency in the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs.
• Significant experience providing engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services on large industrial projects.
• Proficiency executing large engineering projects utilizing 3D modeling and 2D CADD automation tools in a multi-discipline environment.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.

Discipline Specific Job Requirements

• Intermediate knowledge of:
  • Commercial and industrial building design 
  • Detailing of building envelopes 
  • Detailing of architectural materials and systems 
  • Review of vendor documents 
• Proficiency in the use of 2D and 3D architectural design software such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, Bentley OpenBuildings, and Sketchup 
• Proficiency in the use of Autodesk Revit software 
• Proficiency using Autodesk AutoCAD or Bentley MicroStation software 

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with design of systems, structures and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of ASME NQA-1
• Knowledge of commercial availability and cost of materials
• Practical field experience
• EPC project experience for the following industries:
  •  U.S Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government Agency
  •  Nuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance program
  •  Manufacturing, pharmaceutical or biotechnology

LOCATION 
Position will be 100% onsite in Greenville, SC. 
(Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS 
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  
 
CONTRACT DURATION  

One (1) year with the possibility of extension/conversion. 
 
Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.