Architect

The County of Santa Barbara is seeking a highly motivated Architect to join their General Services Department. The Architect will be responsible for a wide variety of duties including architectural design, project management, and compliance support for various capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Performs architectural design for specific General Services Capital and F/M projects, including elevations and floor plans that may be used for bidding through the Job Order Contracting (JOC) method of delivery process
• Prepares and reviews cost estimates
• Prepares outline specifications for programmed projects
• Reviews requests from county departments for construction or remodeling as assigned
• Consults with requesting departments to determine design requirements, modifies plans and discusses changes with departments
• Coordinates with other departments in the preparation and administration of design and construction contracts
• Reviews Zoning requirements for Districts such as land use, setbacks from property boundaries, height requirements, setbacks between buildings, fire sprinkler system requirements, and parking
• Ability to conduct code compliance review for plumbing, electrical, mechanical, ADA, fire code, seismic, and green building requirements
• Administers design and construction contracts by reviewing designs, specifications, cost estimates, progress reports, invoices, and reviews construction activities to ensure compliance with stipulated project scope and design criteria
• Evaluates completed projects and verifies that all contractual terms have been met
• Serves as a project partner with GS Capital and F/M project managers on major County projects, including consulting with design architects as a core function of the County project team
• Assists with master planning and site development for future utilization of county property
• May coordinate staff design, development and production of contract drawings
• Specifies materials, methods and equipment for projects
• Manages and implements the County permitting process, including the coordination of the permitting forms, code analysis and direction for County project managers, and conduct permitting related inspections during construction. Assemble and issue the final Certificates of Occupancy (COO) on County related projects (including projects where the County may team with a third party to develop facilities on County-owned properties)
• Makes interpretations of drawings and specifications, and attempts to resolve disputes

Skills

• Registration as a professional Architect in the State of California
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in architectural design and construction
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required
• Knowledge of professional architectural functions
• Experience in coordinating planning, contract administration, and architectural design
• A working knowledge of the U.S. Secretary of Interior Standards for Rehabilitation and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings and how they apply to the County's landmark buildings
• Ability to work with a diverse staff, the public, regulatory agencies, other county departments and the executive management team
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects occurring simultaneously
• Ability to be self-motivated, organize and prioritize work, meet deadlines and execute detailed construction plans to completion
• Ability to make informed, sound decisions supported with data
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and goals for process improvements
• Ability to handle high stress situations
• Ability to prepare and write clear and concise communications, and maintain organized records
• Ability to process, interpret, and communicate program-specific information to all County staff and the general public
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information accordingly
• Ability to work well with internal and external customers
• Ability to read/interpret plans and specifications
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills with demonstrated experience (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD software
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to the Capital Projects and Facilities/Maintenance (F/M) Division's shared values, including the following: efficiency, excellent customer service, great teamwork, respect for people and the environment, ethical standards, character, leadership, work-life balance and innovation in the workplace

Benefits

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

Company Overview

• County of Santa Barbara is a government administration platform that offers public and government services. It was founded in 1850, and is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.countyofsb.org.