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Architect, Design and Construction
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York


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Date Posted Aug. 30, 2024
Title Architect, Design and Construction
University University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Buffalo, NY, United States
Department Design and Construction
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Consultant
  • Institutional Advancement
    Facilities/Maintenance/Transportation
 
 

Position Summary

Finally find your work/life balance and achieve climate neutrality with us while you’re at it. University Facilities Design and Construction Department seeks an experienced, visionary, currently licensed architect to serve as part of a growing internal design team. This group collaborates daily to ensure the safe, efficient, and sustainable design of multiple major construction projects simultaneously, while assuring the unrestricted pursuit of the University’s overall mission as a flagship SUNY research institution.

In this architectural role, ongoing responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    • Preparation and sealing of contract documents including drawings and specifications, support of ongoing project needs throughout construction, and active participation in the occupation of finished spaces and related systems.
    • Collaboration with external design consultants hired to prepare contract documents from concept to closeout.
    • Work with end users and project stakeholders to ensure that project requirements are met.
    • Serve as a peer reviewer of architectural scope in ongoing design reviews for both internally and externally designed UB projects.
    • Serve as a subject matter expert of architecture for the University to support ongoing operations, sustainability efforts, and educational needs.
    • Interface with outside agencies including SUCF, SUNY OCF, NYS Division of Standards and Codes, National Grid, National Fuel, NYPA, NYSERDA, and relevant vendors to coordinate construction documents.

 

 
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

  • New York State registration as a licensed architect with expertise in higher education.
  • Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related degree with three years of experience in a design role.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree.
  • Excellent technical, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
  • Five years of architectural experience in the design of higher education buildings and the subsets within that occupancy type.
  • Experience with laboratory designs.
  • Demonstration of the ability to collaborate with a team of construction professionals in a large and complex organization.
  • Experience in education renovation and construction projects of similar size and scope desired; cost forecasting experience preferred. Certification as PMP, NYCCEO, and/or LEED or equivalent considered.

Physical Demands

Routinely completes field or project site visits and may have to occasionally ascend/descend a ladder or utilize other means to access areas of a project site during construction.

 
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