Architect Work Lead

CDOC Architect II (Colorado Springs)$7,557.00 - $11,163.00 MonthlyThis position is open only to Colorado state residents.Description of Job:This work leader position will perform Colorado Department of Corrections(CDOC) professional services to include project management, masterplanning, facility programming, regulatory agency approvals, designguidelines, construction standards, construction budgeting,contractor/consultant selection, code compliance reviews, designreviews, ensure compliance with legislative intent, as well as a leadingrole in coordination with private sector design consultants and coordinationof engineering disciplines for "in-house" projects. This position alsooversees and coordinates American With Disabilities Act (ADA) complianceessential to meeting ADA compliance obligations.Primary job duties include, but are not limited to:Assist in the professional review of project directives (PD) to ensurecode compliance and conformance with facility master plans for all physicalplant modifications;Assist with coordination of project identification, prioritization, andfacility programming for the annual CDOC capital construction/ capitalrenewal/ controlled maintenance (CC/CR/CM) budget requests;Lead response in assisting in the development of facility program plans thatdescribe future, unfunded, CC requests for construction projects;Evaluate, review, and coordinate responses to physical plant, lifesafety, and code issues and incidents;Lead response in the analysis, confirmation and response to ADA issues toensure compliance at facilities and in lease space to include offender andpersonnel grievances, existing building conditions, building renovationplans and development of transition plans for the CDOC;Assist in conceiving and developing the detailing, estimating, anddevelopment of formal requests to the legislature for new constructionprojects and associated funding, including capital construction, capitalrenewal, controlled maintenance, ADA, and life safety;Provide quality assurance for new project requests to ensure design parametersare consistent with existing department guidelines, standards and assureprojects are consistent with CDOC goals and legislative intent;Develop and update CDOC construction, security and maintenance guidelines asnecessary to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent facility operations;Coordinate end users wants and needs with the department strategic planningand lease space management. Develop site and OPR specific facility masterplans. Research and write facility program plans and collaborate with privatesector design professionals and CDOC management teams to assure compliancewith program needs;Lead responsibility for maintaining the physical plant record for the CDOC.Develop a report for submission to the Division of Risk Management (DoRM)to identify DOC physical plant assets with associated values for replacement.Building inventory is also used to help document the department building areasthat are used by the Office of State Architect to determine the funding levelCDOC will receive under the State Buildings Program requests. This positionwill oversee the initial analysis of building system repair and replacementneeds for the Department;Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Current, valid licensure as an Architect by the Colorado State Board ofLicensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional LandSurveyors AND One (1) year of experience as a licensed professionalarchitect or architectural engineer (You must attach a copy of yourArchitect license with your application.)Required Competencies:Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction orrepair of buildings or other structures;Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved inproduction of precision technician plans, blueprints, drawings, a d models;Excellent interpersonal/customer service skills;Strong written and oral communication skills;Highly effective critical thinking/decision making/complex problem solvingskills;Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and prioritize;Keen ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility;Strong self motivation;Proficient in various software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel,and Auto Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD);Excellent attention to detail.Ability to read and comprehend the English language;Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and inwriting;Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that followsplain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA DefinedBenefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. MemberContribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "SafetyOfficers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;Medical and dental health plans;Short and long term disability coverage;Paid life insurance;11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.For more info and to apply: