Architect II

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 34 - 49

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Engineering

Job Summary

SALARY

$34.539 - $49.344

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs architectural assignments of non-routine to moderately complex nature with some degree of latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares contract documents for bids and construction.

Plans layout of projects and integrates engineering elements into a unified design.

Develops and monitors project scope schedule and budget.

Conducts field inspection of construction projects to determine status of work and ensure compliance with project design and specifications.

Provides professional expertise in the research design and development of facilities owned or operated by the Authority.

Coordinates architectural design and construction projects with outside contractors and Authority personnel.

Prepares information regarding design specifications materials equipment estimated costs and schedules and other elements associated with construction projects.

Prepares documentation and drawings required to properly complete contract documents.

Reviews drawings and specifications with user departments to ensure compliance with project scope.

Performs related duties as assigned.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to this position are the following jobs:

Job Title

CHALLENGES

Providing design plans which meet all local state and federal standards codes and requirements along with environmental and energy guidelines.

Identifying assessing and incorporating new methods materials and technologies.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering with 2 years of experience.

Possess a valid Illinois drivers license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires sitting for extended periods of time visual acumen for reading and viewing computer screen manual dexterity and fingering for working with computer keyboards.

Occasional walking bending and climbing to investigate systems.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of applicable federal state and local regulations.

Working knowledge of architectural principles methods and techniques.

Working knowledge of related building codes and guidelines including environmental and energy guidelines City of Chicago building codes and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to prepare detailed and concise analytical reports.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General office environment.

May be required to work various extended hours (including nights and weekends).

Required to travel to various facilities when conducting field inspections.

Subject to varying weather conditions electrically energized contact rail ballasted track and elevated structures.

EQUIPMENT TOOLS AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

Auto CADD CODES and computer programs.

Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process per the applicable labor contracts.

Rate to be determined by applicants entered service date and service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.

CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color creed religion sex marital status national origin sexual orientation ancestry age unfavorable military discharge disability or any other status protected by federal state or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY INCLUDING:

UPLOADED RESUME / WORK HISTORY
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INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE AND TRUTHFUL.

Failure to respond to correspondences during the hiring process in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

CTA Benefits

Experience:

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SALARY$34.539 - $49.344POSITION SUMMARYPerforms architectural assignments of non-routine to moderately complex nature with some degree of latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares contract documents for bids and construction. Plans layout of project...