Title: Senior Architect
Executive Area: Administration and Finance
College/School/MBU: Facilities & Campus Services
Department: Design & Construction Management
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule: Full time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Project Executive, the Senior Architect is responsible for project management, design, and preparation of drawings, specification, and cost estimates for a variety of architectural projects.
Essential Functions
Coordinate and manage capital project activities for both in-house and outside consultants, including preparation and administration of consultant contracts.
Review studies, plans, and contract documents prepared by outside consultants to ensure compatibility to University standards and requirements.
Serve as the University’s representative to the State Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance and other federal, state, and local agencies on assigned projects.
Prepare contract documents including working drawings and specifications for new architectural systems and alterations and repairs to existing systems
Manage and/or conduct feasibility studies for projects. Prepare preliminary total project cost estimates and financial analysis for project planning and budget developments, as well as detailed cost estimates. Develop, maintain, and communicate spending plans and project schedules for all assigned projects.
Prepare written, oral, and graphic presentations.
Provide supervision to in-house staff regarding division policies, procedure, and project coordination as it relates to the project designs.
Review, approve, and stamp plans and specifications of in-house work completed by non-licensed professionals under the supervision of this position.
Perform contract administration and supervise construction and resident engineers assigned to construction projects.
Other Functions
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor or first professional degree in architecture or related field, along with seven (7) years’ experience in architectural design and construction; OR
Master’s degree in architecture or related field, along with five (5) years’ experience in architectural design and construction.
Registration as an architect in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the ability to obtain Massachusetts registration within one year.
Working knowledge of construction practices, project budget development, scheduling, tracking, and control.
Ability to effectively manage and coordinate the work of architects and other designers in the architectural design discipline.
Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated experience in CAD, BIM, word processing, spreadsheets, and database management systems.
Demonstrated ability to access any portion of a construction/facility site.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in an indoor university environment and involves lifting and transporting materials or equipment and general physical activity, including prolonged standing, walking, or assuming low postures.
Work Schedule and Work Arrangement
Monday-Friday; 8am-4pm
This position has the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, which is defined by the University as an arrangement where an employee’s work is regularly performed at a location other than the campus workspace for a portion of the week. As this position falls within the Professional Staff Union, it is subject to the terms and conditions of the Professional Staff Union collective bargaining agreement.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: PSSAP Grade 31
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Special Instructions for Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume, and cover letter. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.