Sr. Architect NS&E Contractor at CPS/Comtech

Job Title: Architectural Design Specialist

Contract Duration: 1 year, on-site

Benefits: Per diem, mobilization support, and paid trips home

Role Overview:

• Execute A-E services contracts, ensuring seamless operations and delivery.
• Develop original architectural designs, layouts, details, drawings, and specifications for various buildings.
• Coordinate and integrate architectural work with other engineering disciplines to ensure comprehensive project delivery.
• Manage procurement and subcontract requisitions, conduct technical evaluations, and recommend awards.
• Employ critical thinking to select and apply appropriate design skills and techniques to project-related tasks.
• Engage in a collaborative work environment that promotes openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and job satisfaction.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to both external and internal client service.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university, complemented by at least 6 years of progressive experience in the field.
• Actively working towards professional registration.
• Must pass a pre-employment screening that includes a drug test, physical exam (if stationed at the construction site), and background checks verifying employment and education.
• Eligibility to obtain a Department of Energy badge for site access.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficient in architectural design, production techniques, building materials, and construction methods.
• Knowledgeable about NFPA, OSHA, ANSI, IBC, UFCs, and USGBC LEED Rating Systems.
• Ability to perform code reviews and prepare compliance reports and drawings.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to discuss complex technical issues and propose effective solutions.
• Skilled in graphic presentation and familiar with engineering planning and control methods.
• Experience in producing detailed architectural construction documents and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.
• Proficient in CADD applications like Autodesk design suite or MicroStation, Microsoft Office, and SketchUp.
• Familiar with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and experience in developing CSI Masterformat specifications or SpecsIntact is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Capable of presenting technical topics with competence and confidence.
• Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university.
• LEED AP certified professional.
• Openness to relocation post-assignment completion.