School Design Architect | Codes, ADA & Projects Lead

Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools seeks an Architect to provide in-house architectural services for AACPS projects, coordinating with Instruction and Business Divisions to meet Educational Specifications and design standards.

The role requires managing projects, reviewing plans, and ensuring compliance with Maryland Codes and accessibility requirements. Strong AutoCAD with REVIT/Archibus familiarity is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university required.
• Four (4) years progressively responsible architectural experience, preferably in school design required.
• Ability to review and produce construction plans and specifications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Building, Fire, and Accessibility codes governing the construction of buildings/schools.
• Hold or be eligible for Architect License; LEED-AP, PMP, CCS, CCCA certifications preferred; Maryland license required within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Provides schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration for in-house design projects.
• Manages consultant architects and engineers on larger remodeling/renovation projects with multiple departments.
• Develops and maintains standard Educational Specifications and evaluates capital construction projects for adherence.
• Develops and maintains architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical standards; promotes uniform system design.
• Evaluates new products and equipment for new schools or renovations; participates in life cycle reviews.
• Coordinates with schools and offices to ensure facilities meet accessibility standards; develops furniture standards.

Skills

Construction plans

Progress/quality assessment

Contracts & specs

Product standards research

Organization & planning

Communication skills

Codes knowledge

CAD/REVIT/Archibus

Diversity & collaboration

MS Office/Video tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Archibus

Job description

Anne Arundel County Public Schools seeks an Architect to provide in-house architectural services for AACPS projects, coordinating with Instruction and Business Divisions to meet Educational Specifications and design standards.

The role requires managing projects, reviewing plans, and ensuring compliance with Maryland Codes and accessibility requirements. Strong AutoCAD with REVIT/Archibus familiarity is preferred.