Architectural Intern

City of El Paso; El Paso (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of El Paso is seeking an architect to help prepare and coordinate architectural and public works projects. You will review designs for construction and renovation, ensure compliance with codes and standards, and prepare detailed floor plans.

The role requires NCARB AXP enrollment within the first month and ongoing participation until licensing. The position involves collaborating with City staff and consultants, evaluating schedules, costs, and installation criteria, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture or related field.
• Enrollment in NCARB AXP within first month of appointment.
• Must maintain AXP enrollment during course of employment or until licensed.
• Experience assisting in the review and coordination of architectural/public works projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the review and coordination of architectural and public works projects.
• Conduct preliminary review of architectural designs for construction/renovation projects.
• Review plans and specs for design problems, construction issues and code compliance.
• Prepare and evaluate building spatial designs and plans; coordinate structural, mechanical and electrical designs.
• Perform field observations and prepare architectural floor plans.

Skills

Architectural design

Code compliance

Public works coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

CAD software

Drafting systems

Job description

MOS Code: None

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Architecture, Architectural Engineering or a related field..

Licenses and Certificates

Must be enrolled in a National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) approved Architectural Experience Program (AXP) within first month following appointment. Must maintain AXP enrollment during course of employment or until licensed.

Under general supervision, assist in the preparation and coordination of architectural and public works projects.

Assist in the review and coordination of architectural and public works projects. Involves: Conduct preliminary review of architectural designs for construction and renovation projects. Review plans and specifications prepared by staff and consultants for design problems, construction issues and compliance to standards. Prepare and evaluate building spatial designs and plans. Review construction projects and coordinate structural, mechanical, electrical and landscaping designs. Conduct pre- and post-construction field observations. Prepare architectural floor plans. Research applicable building codes, zoning laws, fire regulations and other pertinent ordinances. Prepare graphic drawings for presentation. Utilize computer design software, equipment and drafting systems. Meet with City officials and interested parties to move a project to completion. Evaluate construction equipment, materials, time, cost estimates and installation criteria for construction or renovation of public buildings. Prepare technical reports and maintain records.

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Important Note: Required Supplemental Questions and answers are considered an examination component and will generate a score.

Applicants are being tested on a conditional basis pending review of minimum qualifications. Applications will be reviewed for applicants that pass the Supplemental Questions exam.

Per CSC Rules & Regulations, after review of the minimum qualifications for applicants that pass the Supplemental Questions exam, a passing score, combined with applicable seniority points and veteran points, will be used to create a list of candidates.

This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.

Note: Applicants with foreign diplomas, transcripts, and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Please visit www.naces.org/members for more information.

A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.

To qualify for this position, the required education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.