ARCHITECTURAL ASSOCIATE

University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)   Columbia, MO   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 12, 2024
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Planning Design & Constuction

Job Description

Summary
Provides skilled architectural design services to meet client requests/needs.

Possesses both a broad and deep understanding of the job.

Understands how own and related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives and goals.

Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or occur infrequently.

Uses discretion to modify work practices and processes to achieve results or improve efficiency.

Confers with department representatives to determine and coordinate design criteria for completion of design drawings.

Impacts the team's results through the quality and effectiveness of own work.

Explains detailed and/or complicated technical information to and within the team and/or other necessary parties.

Provides preliminary cost estimates of projects.

Conducts technology courses in a classroom setting to internal or external customers, ensuring that the necessary training materials and support equipment are available and functioning properly.

Essential Functions
Exhibit proficiency with Auto Desk AutoCAD software.

Confer with department representatives to determine and coordinate design criteria for completion of design drawings; advise concerning practical design and feasibility.

Prepare design drawings required for building construction.

Advise clients on the project scope, schedule, and budgetary constraints; understand interrelationship between these project components and how they affect project viability.

Understand project scope, budgets, and schedules; coordinate design team; manage student interns.

Exhibit understanding and ability to recommend construction/project costs and durations.

Assist in bid process.

Approve shop drawings submitted by contractors.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Assist in performing contract administration tasks [such as field observations, submittal review, prepare responses to questions, supplemental instruction, etc.]

Collaborate with other Campus Facility and University stakeholders; understand and apply campus standards for building systems and components.

Meet with manufacturer's representatives; organize catalogs and project work; attend department supported continuing education classes, seminars, and events.

Shift

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Monday - Friday

Minimum Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree in area of specialty or equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
  • Licensure or eligibility for licensure may be required
Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $18.00 - $26.00

Grade: GGS 008

University Title: ARCHITECTURAL ASSOCIATE

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Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttp://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

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