Architect Principal

Job Profile:

Construction and Planning Manager 3

Job Family:

Construction and Planning

Time Type:

Full time

Max Pay – Depends on experience:

$125,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Develops and manages unit and project budgets, as well as strategically oversees project scopes for architecture and engineering initiatives. Works closely with internal stakeholders to make staffing decisions and actively contributes to the planning and execution of construction and planning projects.

Job Description:

Facilities Development and Management, Office of the University Architect, seeks an Architect Principal. This position will be responsible for performing in-house, comprehensive architectural programming and/or coordinate outside consultants in the preparation of such. Prepare due-diligence analysis of existing buildings/areas and prepare reports to support comprehensive architectural programming statements.

Proactively manage stakeholder expectations during the project design process. Participate in the negotiation of professional design service contracts with outside consultants.

Essential Duties

• Coordinate Subject Matter Expert Team (Team Delta) activities, including work order assignments, workload management, work quality oversite, and reporting.  Oversees SME integration with both launch and implementation teams. 

• Assist Launch Team Lead in developing processes, preparing reports for upper management, and preparing for and presenting at meetings with leadership and clients. 

• Develop Project Estimates, Programming documents, Test Fit Exhibits, Owners Project Requirements Documents, and Project Charters for all assigned project requests.

• Primary point of contact for all client issues within project initiation (Launch Team).

• Oversight and creation of communication presentations to clients, leadership, public agencies, and project team members..

• Coordinate communication in the decision-making process with appropriate ASU stakeholders, and make timely decisions.

• Coordinate and manage projects in accordance with Arizona Board of Regents policies and ASU Project Guidelines.

• Ensure that documents submitted by Design Professionals are reviewed for quality, coordination, and compliance with the requirements of deliverables and client standards in all phases.

• Work closely with the University Planners office and relevant stakeholders to determine project

• scope.

• Attend and represent the University at meetings for compliance with the Arizona Board of Regents and University policies and standards.

• Prepare conceptual budget estimates based on programming documents with multiple resources.

• Negotiate fee with selected design professionals and prepare contract ensuring cost will be within Arizona Board of Regents guidelines.

• Participate in Campus Master Planning activities.

• Supervise activities of subordinates.

• Coach and mentor assigned team members and provide performance-enhancing feedback.

• Regular activities require ability to adapt to changing priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday- Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.  

Salary range:

$95,000-$125,000 annually, commensurate of experience and education. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona

Desired Qualifications

Preferred:

• Experience as a current ASU employee, or comparable understanding

• LEED Accreditation

Evidence of:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

• a registered Architect (+8 years)

Experience in

• Higher Education building types, including research, classroom and student spaces

• leading teams while managing complex large-scale projects

• managing professional design service contracts with consultants

• engaging project stakeholders in the decision-making process

• making executive committee design presentations and exhibits

Demonstrated knowledge of:

• Life Safety and International Building Code requirements

• Cost estimating of construction projects and A/E design fees

• AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch-Up, or other electronic sketching software

• Experience in the creation of Construction Documents and Detailing

• Specification Writing

• Effective communication skills

Working Environment

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.

• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.

• Drives University vehicle and/or cart to campus sites.

Department Statement:

What's in it for you?

Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as a culture and work/life balance? ASU offers the following:

• Flexible work schedules

• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.

• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition

• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child

• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.  More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits

• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Paid time for volunteer and professional development

• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings

• Disability and leave program for income protection

• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges

• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM's vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university's mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the University Services Building, 1551 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ (on Rural Road south of Apache Blvd).

This position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.  

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.

Driving Requirement:

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$17005.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV

Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

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