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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 03/18/14

Applications Due04/18/14

Vacancy ID12879

AgencyDASNY - Dormitory Authority of the State of New York

TitleAssistant Architect

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $65014 to $65014 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 515 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree. Must be licensed and registered in NYS as a Registered Architect. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture plus 1 - 2 years relevant post-license experience. Must be licensed and registered in NYS as a Registered Architect. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Knowledge of CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) a plus.

Duties Description Primary Purpose
Under the supervision of a Sr. Architect or Sr. Engineer, the Assistant Architect aids in the design review process, assists with construction observation for the Authority’s construction projects, and assists in monitoring the filing for code required permits, sign-offs, Certificates of Occupancy and dismissal of violations for NYC projects. The Assistant Architect also assists the Sr. Architect and Sr. Engineer in the management of various phases of the building construction process.

Essential Functions
• Assist in the management and project development during the pre-design and design phases of the project, including meeting with clients and consultants and providing assistance with the management of all aspects of consultant contracts including review and approval of consultant requests for payment, amendments, extensions of schedule and contract closeout.
• Perform periodic site visits to projects under construction and monitor the quality of design and construction work performed by architects, engineers, consultants, contractors and sub-contractors.
• Assist in monitoring construction activities including the review of construction change orders and performance of interim and final project inspections.
• Review moderately technical designs, plans, specifications, addenda and change orders.
• Review moderately technical architectural/engineering reports and studies.
• Review moderately technical commissioning reports.
• Review commissioning scopes of work.
• Review commissioning payments.
• Provide technical assistance and recommendations to unit staff, other Construction division staff and client representatives.
• Coordinate with Construction staff to resolve project and program issues.
• Perform investigations of specific problems including architectural/engineering analysis and recommendations.
• Consult with regulatory agencies regarding interpretations and applications.
• Meet with consultants to review and assist them in their submissions.
• Prepare reports for management and clients.
• Assist in the development, compilation and distribution of technical data.
• Act as liaison between DASNY and clients and/or government agencies.

Other Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist in the design, development, and/or testing of computerized systems/applications.
• Assist in the preparation of internal design work and modifications, signing and sealing documents as required.
• Assist with the development, documentation and implementation of procedures.
• Assist with the assessment/development and implementation of internal controls, and participate in the review and testing of same.
• Undertake special assignments as directed.
• Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination. (Standards can be found on the Intranet.)

Supervision
N/A

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands
Frequent travel is required travel (three to six days per month on average), using public transportation, DASNY vehicle, rental vehicle or personal vehicle. This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments. Requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.) of a construction site. Must be able to work overtime or extended work hours as needed.

Work Environment
Official station is a standard office environment, including the use of one or more of the following: PC, printer, copier, electronic stapler/hole punch/date stamp, telephone, fax machine, shredder, scanner. Requires the use of field equipment to conduct site visit observations and associated testing.

Additional Comments Essential Skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Proficiency in PC applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Stacey Abrams

Telephone

Fax 518-257-3550

Email Address JobOpps2@dasny.org

Address

Street 515 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

 

Notes on ApplyingApplicant Instructions
Please specify the exact title and location of the position that you are applying for. All candidates must submit a resume demonstrating evidence of meeting the qualifications as specified in the job notice. Please include all relevant employment history, including the name of each employer, dates of employment and titles held.

Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to:

Stacey Abrams
515 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207
518.257.3550 (fax)
JobOpps2@dasny.org (e-mail)


We encourage all applicants to submit electronically.

DASNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to excellence and diversity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.


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