Performs responsible work in the production of contract documents and architectural design work for building construction or landscape projects.
PRE-DESIGN: Meet with campus personnel to define research construction project scopes, analyze space requirements and constraints, prepare budgets, and develop schedules.
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT DEVELOPMENT: Develop architectural/interior designs that fulfill the program requirements defined in the Pre-Design phase and are compliance with Texas Accessibility Standards, the model building codes in which the University must comply, and campus architectural standards. Prepare research construction documents. Conduct formal design reviews with campus personnel and coordinate the revision of the research construction documents to address any comments made during the review. Obtain written approval from campus authorities requiring notice of research construction projects. Submit construction documents to a registered accessibility specialist as required by TDLR.
PROPOSALS: Obtain proposals from vendors (FF&E, JOC, etc.) necessary for project execution. Evaluate proposals for budget compliance and thoroughness. Initiate the issuance of purchase orders.
PROJECT/CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT: Initiate the development of research construction contracts and the corresponding purchase orders. Conduct regular research construction progress meetings and site visits to monitor construction progress and adherence to the research construction documents. Develop design solutions for unforeseen site conditions that conflict with the architectural design. Keep track of all project expenses to ensure budget adherence. Review and process contractors' pay applications.
PROJECT CLOSEOUT/WARRANTY: Issue a Certificate of Substantial Completion. Ensure research construction punch-list items have been completed. Process final contractor pay applications. Obtain an inspection from a registered accessibility specialist as required by TDLR. Coordinate the resolution of construction issues within the warranty period. Conduct an inspection of project site eleven months after substantial completion, so any warranty items may be addressed before the end of the warranty period.
FACILITY AUDITS: Participate in the inspection of existing campus facilities and potential university building purchases for code compliance deficits. Identify deficits in a written report. Provide recommendations for resolution as necessary.
Bachelor's degree in Architecture required; three years professional work experience related to the specific assigned area.