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Iowa State University Architect III in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Architect III
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience. Licensed Architect in the State of Iowa.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience working on higher education remodeling projects
Experience preparing construction project cost estimates, construction documents, specifications, addenda, and construction administration documents
Knowledge and experience using AutoCAD, Bluebeam and Excel
Experience understanding and using the IBC - International Building Codes and the ADA - Standards for Accessible Design
Experience working with mechanical and electrical engineers and interior designers for coordination of their construction documents with architectural documents
Experience preparing a technical submission for State Fire Marshalls
Experience working with and understanding environmental health & safety issues
Job Description:
Summary
An Architect III will provide professional architectural services to meet the scope of university requestors for remodeling and renovation projects. This includes the preparation of estimates, construction documents, and specifications for bidding and construction. Completes architectural assignments and tasks independently. May be design lead for small number of staff working on projects.
Example of Duties
Interacts with university staff and faculty to develop project scope.
Develops architectural schematic design, design development, and construction documents and management duties for a variety of renovation project types.
Researches and selects materials required for architectural projects.
Coordinates mechanical, electrical, structural engineering, and interior design elements into development of construction documents and specifications.
Prepares final architectural plans to ensure compliance with building codes and ADA requirements.
May supervise student interns working on projects.
Level Guidelines• Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISU’s mission and department or work unit goals• Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude• Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action• Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices• Responds to complicated inquiries, provides training, and provides direction to lower-level staff• May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e., leads a small work team)• May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist• Provides guidance to students
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS810
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: October 28, 2024
Posting Close Date:January 4, 2025
Job Requisition Number:R15812
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
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If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
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