Facilities Architect

Performs professional architectural duties requiring licensure by the Florida Board of Architecture and Interior Design, related to all phases of major capital programs for vertical construction. Manages complex, large-sized building projects and programs in the facilities capital program and other non-capital projects exceeding $20 million in value. May also involve managerial, supervisory, and administrative duties.

Salary Range:

• Minimum: $71,593.60 annually
• Midpoint: $104,020.80 annually

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Professional degree in architecture from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure: Registered Professional Architect in the State of Florida.
• Experience: Four years of post-registration experience as an Architect, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Other Requirements: Valid Florida Driver’s license.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as Project Manager for all phases of major capital projects, including design, procurement, and construction, particularly for projects exceeding $20 million in value.
• Maintain project budgets, schedules, and scope requirements, ensuring successful project delivery.
• Perform design services as the architect of record when required.
• Manage bidding and negotiation processes, contractor progress reviews, quality control, payment processing, change orders, and project close-out procedures.
• Provide regular updates on project status, including biweekly management updates and monthly reviews with User Agencies.
• Oversee project development, including initiating capital funding requests, developing scopes of work, and aligning budgets with User Agency needs.
• Assist with unscheduled or emergency projects as needed.
• Coordinate and communicate with management and other County agencies throughout the project lifecycle.

Job Specifications:

• Critical Thinking: Analyze and solve complex, technical problems, often requiring collaboration.
• Decision Making: Use initiative and sound judgment independently.
• Communication: Effectively convey information orally and in writing.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute clear strategies for organizing and managing project delivery.
• Leadership: Lead and collaborate with team members, maintaining strong working relationships within and outside the County.
• Managerial/Operational Skills: Handle disputes and conflicts in construction project delivery.
• Analytical Ability: Visualize spatial relationships and physical requirements of projects.
• Managing Complexity: Oversee complex capital programs impacting multiple stakeholders.
• Technical Skills: Competency with computer applications, including CAD.

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily an indoor office environment, with varying hours depending on public meetings, training, and jobsite functions.
• Exposure to outdoor conditions during construction site inspections.
• Tasks may include driving, standing, walking, climbing, pulling, and occasional lifting, primarily related to construction inspections.