Architect III

at  Iowa State University

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

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.

• 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.