Architect

Air Force Civilian Service; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 91,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service is seeking a Full-Time Architect (GS-0808-12) to support the 802d Civil Engineer Squadron at JBSA-Ft Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX. The role involves leading design for major construction, renovation, and cultural resources work, including 106 consultations with SHPO annually.

Salary ranges from $90,823 to $118,072, with no remote work. Travel up to 25%. This is a permanent, full-time position requiring U.S. citizenship and relevant architectural credentials.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required. Degree in Architecture, OR a related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a professional architect in planning and designing substantial new construction, renovation, and improvement projects on real property facilities.
• Provide cultural resources support.
• Coordinate the preparation of and reviews A&E statements of work (SOW) and coordinate projects with engineers in other disciplines.
• Serve as a consulting architect on all design aspects of assigned projects.
• On occasion, perform work in construction management, program/base development, and/or operations and maintenance functions.

Skills

Architectural design

Project coordination

Historic preservation knowledge

SOW drafting

Communication skills

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Drafting software

Job description

• Provides cultural resources support.

As civilians, we share the same responsibility and passion as those in uniform — driving innovation, building the systems that protect our nation, and meeting every challenge with purpose.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Architect (GS-0808-12) to work at the 802d Civil Engineer Squadron at JBSA-Ft Sam Houston, San Antonio, AIN, TX.

Member will serve as a senior professional architect and senior technical consultant on actions for more than 1000 architectural properties listed (or eligible for listing) on the National Register, Historic Structures, and other culturally significant resources at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA). Candidate will be responsible for an average of 25 Section 106 consultations with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) per year.

Duties

• Performs as a professional architect in planning and designing substantial new construction, renovation, and improvement projects on real property facilities.
• Provides cultural resources support.
• Coordinates the preparation of and reviews A&E statements of work (SOW). Coordinates projects with engineers in other disciplines.
• Serves as a consulting architect on all design aspects of assigned projects.
• In conjunction with the primary duty of historic design, on a less frequent basis performs work in construction management, program/base development, and/or operations and maintenance (O&M) functions.

Salary: $90,823 - $118,072

Remote Work: No remote or telework authorized

Travel: Up to 25%

Position Type: Permanent position

Experience: 1-2 years desired experience

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required. Degree in Architecture, OR a related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems, OR a combination of education, experience, and meeting federal requirements. College transcripts are required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Professional knowledge of a broad range of architectural concepts, principles, practices, techniques, and methods in building design and construction process, and an extensive familiarity with engineering disciplines; knowledge of aesthetic and functional design techniques; preparation of preliminary drawings, sketches, and construction drawings; and a broad range of architectural and construction standards, methods, practices, techniques, materials, and equipment to determine compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
• Knowledge drafting techniques, working drawings, and automated systems and programs such as Computer-Aided Design and Drafting, information management, project tracking, and other software programs.
• Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures; health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control and budget systems, and management; environmental principles, practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and current legislative issues; and work classifications and regulatory and statutory restriction on the expenditures of appropriated and non-appropriated funds.
• Knowledge of professional Archeological principles, practices, techniques, and procedures to effectively perform project development, execution, training, and advisory services in cultural resources program.
• Ability to plan, conduct, and record site/facilities surveys and inspections.
• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures in a variety of situations; recommend timely and economical solutions; plan and organize work; coordinate the work of other architects and engineering disciplines; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and maintain a good working relationship.

For further info about OPM series 0808: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/architecture-series-0808/

Similar Job Titles/Fields of Study/Skills & Keywords: Civil Engineer

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age.