University Architect

Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH 44555, Youngstown, OH 44555
construction renovation meetings architectural lead training management capital autocad project coordination coordination architecture data
November 3, 2022
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH 44555, Youngstown, OH 44555
FULL_TIME, PART_TIME
$20/HOUR
Youngstown State University is now hiring University Architect in Youngstown, OH 44555. View job listing details and apply now. Serves as lead architect; provides direction, training, and assigns tasks to staff and students as it relates to project coordination and management. Administers policy, provides staff assistance, professional architectural services, designs, and administers capital and university funded projects; provides architectural and construction services required for maintenance and operation of facilities.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Ohio architectural professional registry with at least five years of relevant professional experience beyond the initial registry date; experience in developing bid documents for commercial construction/renovation projects; proficient in the latest versions of AutoCAD; proficient in writing specifications for building construction/renovation; demonstrated knowledge of the Ohio Building Codes and their application to commercial/university construction and renovation projects.
Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in architecture with Ohio registry.
Physical Requirements

In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this position will perform sedentary work.




Sedentary: work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs may be defined as Sedentary when walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other Sedentary criteria are met.
Equipment Operated

Computer and all other standard office equipment; AutoCAD.



If chosen for an interview, you will be required to bring an original copy of your transcripts at the time of interview.





Job Duties






Job Duty



Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Serves as lead architect; assists in directing the work of staff architects and student employees; provides direction, training, and assigns tasks as it relates to project coordination and management.



Plans, gathers data, designs, drafts using AutoCAD, evaluates, reviews, and monitors assigned capital improvement projects including moveable equipment and their selection; acts as the contact person and liaison with all involved University end users or departments.



Performs field investigation, prepares concept sketches and renderings, develops preliminary drawings, final construction drawings and specifications, develops project cost estimates and budgets, and provides construction management and administration for State funded and local funded construction, remodeling, and renovation projects. Coordinates projects with campus constituents and departments as needed.



Acts as liaison on projects as assigned. Attends, prepares, updates, and presents at staff meetings, cabinet meetings, and Board of Trustees meetings as necessary or required. When appropriate, attends Controlling Board meetings to provide information for release of funds. Where appropriate, presents to City of Youngstown and local development organizations.



Represents the University at all assigned project meetings, recommends contract awards, monitors job progress, negotiates change orders, and reviews and provides approval on payment requests.


Provides analysis of current space utilization, planning information, departmental needs, projects, current and future growth; reassesses functionality, estimates new construction and renovation costs, recommends effective and efficient use of space and administers construction.



Provides interior design services, color/finish selections, material selection, coordinates existing and new finishes, furniture evaluations and selection, and purchasing graphics selection, all as they apply individually or collectively to any project.



Provides architectural evaluation, LEED and sustainability review, and building code compliance review for capital improvement requests, building programs and long-range facility planning, including presentations and providing useful information.



Responsible for maintaining University plan room, filing drawings, converting paper drawings to digital files, and signing drawings in and out. Maintains HEI building data files, making necessary revisions and submitting files to the State of Ohio as required.





Other Functions and Responsibilities: Performs other related duties as assigned.




Supervision Exercised: Supervision is exercised over student employees. May act as a lead worker.




Reports to: Associate Director, Planning and Construction




Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: Registered Architect, State of Ohio







Percentage Of Time


100







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