University Architect
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$ 109300 - 164000
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Pennsylvania State Universitys Office of Physical Plant (OPP) Division of Planning Design and Properties (PDP) seeks a highly motivated leader to serve as University Architect. In this role you will guide the design process and collaborate with designers and building users to deliver architectural projects. This position offers an opportunity to shape the built environment at one of the nations leading universities while contributing to its legacy of excellence.
Your responsibilities will cover design projects at University Park the Commonwealth Campuses the Hershey Medical Center and the Dickinson School of Law. This position reports to the Director of Planning Design and Properties.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the development of architectural concepts massing materials and general detailing for capital projects.
Managing the Architect/Engineer selection process for major projects.
Enforcing design quality standards to ensure alignment with the universitys longterm legacy and interests.
Developing and maintaining the universitys architectural design goals standards and guidelines.
Assisting in preparing presentationsfor design approvals.
Collaborating directly with senior OPP leadership academic and administrative leaders OPP and university staff faculty consultants and the broader community.
Serving on or supporting various university committees and initiatives.
Evaluating and improving practices to support engagement within the design and planning processes.
This role is part of the Physical Plant team that is responsible for programming designing and constructing capital projects and maintaining landscapes and facilities across the university. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading teams to achieve design and planning excellence.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree or higher in degree preferred.
At least 8 years of related experience with a preference for experience in higher education projects.
A professionallicense as a Registered Architect is required or the ability to be licensed in the state of Pennsylvania within one year
LEED accreditation is desirable.
A valid drivers license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check as well as standard background checks are required.
Benefits for fulltime employees at Penn State include (visit for more detailed information):
Medical dental vision and retirement plans
Tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26
Generous vacation time and sick time
14 paid holidays/campus closure days
Finance and Business is a valuesdriven organization that supports thousands of university faculty staff and students while also providing services to the broader community and society. The Office of Physical Plant is part of the Finance and Business team and is an organization driven by its mission to Provide Excellent Facilities Services for Penn State. The Office of Physical Plants values follow those ofPenn Statesand we are especially committed to ourvisiontobe nationally recognized as a leader in Higher Education facilities environmental and safety management. In our search forexcellence we fostera unified highperforming team with mutual respect for each persons uniqueness talents value and also firmly believe in Penn States value of Respect which encourages us to respect and honor the dignity of each person embrace civil discourse and foster a diverse and inclusive community. As an incoming team member of the Office of Physical Plant it will be expected that all employees embody and model Penn States and Finance and Businesss commitment to diversity equity and inclusion
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$109300.00 $164000.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact.
Employment Type
Full-Time
