Architect I

Architect I

Summary:

The Architect I interfaces with clients and end users to ensure that project designs are aligned to specified requirements and are functional, safe and economical. He’/she is required to provide direct support to the Architect II and/or Senior Architect and to seek guidance on complex assignments as required to meet set deadlines.

Key Functions & Responsibilities

Administrative

• Assists where necessary with the preparation of applications for planning and building approvals from the relevant authorities
• Supervises the preparation of paperwork ensuring compliance with legal and corporate requirements
• Participates in evaluation of tenders and proposals
• Submits  recommendations as necessary to ensure that industry best practices are adopted by the Corporation
• Prepares weekly/monthly or other reports as necessary to provide input for determining   on project realization

Technical

• Attends pre-construction meetings as necessary and contributes to decision-making  in the interest of goal achievement
• Evaluates construction documents to  ensure client’s needs being fulfilled as documented
• Takes action as necessary to allow for finalization of User Briefs.
• Advises Clients on the practicality and feasibility of projects from a design perspective
• Based on User Brief, prepares Schematic Drawings for presentations as well as inclusion in relevant Request For Proposal (RFP).
• Based on User Brief, prepares detailed workings, drawings and specifications for inclusion in relevant Request For Proposal (RFP) and for costing purposes.
• Assists with the preparation of Tender Notes and Board Notes as they relate to changes or variations in design as required
• Prepares Design Criteria documents for use throughout construction phases
• Assists with the preparation of relevant documentation to the appropriate client and contractor
• Inspects and reviews approved designs to ensure compliance with user requirements, design criteria , as well as building and safety codes
• Inspects and reviews approved designs for constructability, cost effectiveness in construction and maintenance
• During the Design Process, coordinates the inputs and outputs of the design disciplines in accordance to the Terms and conditions of contract, in particular the approved project deliverables and execution schedule.
• Assists with providing solutions to design problems prior to and during the construction phase
• Inspects  construction work in progress to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications; takes action as necessary
• Inspects material samples and finishes to ensure compliance with quality standards,  specifications and user requirements; takes action as necessary
• Prepares spatial and furniture and equipment layouts as scheduled

• Performs any other duties relative to the job function as may be necessary

The Office holder will be recruited on a contractual basis and unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged by the Corporation.