Architect

Duties

The duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Serves as project manager on many major construction initiatives, forms design teams, determines what may be provided to the program within budgetary constraints and identifies and optimizes project priorities.
• Develops architectural plans and/or specifications for the design and construction of new structures as well as the renovation of existing structures.
• Serves as consultant and advisor concerning the development of policies for the preparation of architectural specifications, costs, materials, and related architectural phases of construction projects.
• Translates technical knowledge of program requirements through application of sound architectural principles to plans and specifications for other architectural and engineering specialists, firm or contractors.
• Reviews and revises plans, specifications, estimates, layouts and equipment requests submitted by architect-engineers and other pertinent personnel for construction projects for which the branch is responsible.
• Monitors construction to see that work proceeds in accordance with the plans and specifications, proper sequence and timelines.
• Serves on the APHIS Architect-Engineer Evaluation Board in cooperation with the contracting officer to evaluate qualifications, relevant experience and capabilities of prospective architect-engineers to meet APHIS construction project needs.
• Participates in reviews of bids, contract proposals and specifications giving recommendations of approval or modifications.
• Serve as Contracting Officer's Representative providing technical expertise and advice during construction of facilities and makes recommendations to the Contracting Officer regarding contractor notice and/or suspension.
• Serves on committees with federal, state and local government groups and ensures compliance with EPA, state and local requirements/laws.