Salary: $98,610.66 – $123,263.32 Annually
Location : Downtown Dallas, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: HRNCS-ARCHPROGADMIN-MGT(BCM)
Department: Office of Bond & Construction Management
* Org (REQUIRED): 3287 Office of Bond Program Administration
Opening Date: 05/18/2023
Closing Date: 6/1/2023 11:59 PM Central
Position Purpose
Welcome to the City of Dallas!
The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.
We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
What do we offer?
A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.
Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
Provides overall management for the planning, budgeting, scheduling, design, construction and repair of public facility projects such as, but not limited to, libraries, police and fire facilities, city facilities, cultural arts facilities, buildings, support facilities, and other capital-intensive projects to meet future service demands and regulatory requirements and improve existing facilities to ensure municipal infrastructure capabilities.
Overview
The Architectural Program Administrator provides overall management for the planning, budgeting, scheduling, architectural design, engineering coordination, and construction of public works facility projects and other capital-intensive projects to meet future service demands and regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions
- Supervise architects in managing the design and coordination of site design, building design and layout, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing layout improvement and reconstruction for capital bond projects.
- Review and approve expenditures related to design fees, supplemental agreements, and change orders.
- Review consultant’s design plans for compliance with City of Dallas standards before advertisement for bids.
- Monitor projects status to ensure they are going to council for design and construction awards as scheduled.
- Ensure team members are managing their assigned projects and maintaining their schedule as needed.
- Assist architects with resolving design and construction issues as they arise on their projects.
- Represent the department at public/stakeholder’s meeting and provide project updates to council and citizens as needed. Participate as a committee member to improve current department’s design standard and prepare design advisories instructing staff on proper techniques or processes as needed.
- Manages activities of staff and daily operations of the Office of Bond and Construction Management activities; delegates authority and responsibility for assigned tasks to subordinates; identifies needed areas of change or development and institutes changes to improve operations; plans, implements, coordinates, monitors compliance, and evaluates policies and procedures; reviews and oversees work schedules of others all subordinate levels.
- Establishes short-, mid- and long-term goals and objectives; develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals and directs evaluation activities; oversees the preparation of management and productivity reports and studies; oversees all projects and schedules, reviews budgets, and maintains project management software for City Manager review.
- Inspects, evaluates, and reviews work completed by staff and other employees for quality and specification adherence; provides training to new employees and conducts evaluations and performance reviews; manages timecards and other personnel logistics; assists and supports the hiring process for employees and maintenance workers.
- Analyzes, evaluates, and ensures production goals are met in a timely manner and works to increase productivity; oversees the preparation of and evaluates, implements, and administers the department budget; oversees the planning, development, coordination, and operation of special projects or facilities.
- Negotiates consultant proposals and reviews contract packages and specifications; provides direction and insight to project managers administering design and construction contracts.
- Provides quality customer service by communicating effectively with customers and responding to issues or concerns timely and professionally.
- Represents the program area at meetings, hearings, trials, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees; testifies at hearings, trials, and legislative meetings as appropriate. 16 Performs any and all other work as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Professional Architectural License Education
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Architecture
EXPERIENCE:
Seven (7) years of experience in engineering, architecture, or infrastructure project management and/or operations (e.g., roadways, public works, public utilities, etc.) • AND
• Three (3) years of supervisory/project management experience. (This experience may be included in the required experience listed above.)
EQUIVALENCIES:
A master’s degree or higher in an engineering, architecture, science or business field plus five (5) years of the required experience including three (3) years of the stated supervisory/project management experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge and Skills:
- Thorough knowledge of departmental, city, state and federal standards that affect architectural activities.
- Thorough knowledge of personnel practices and principles of supervision.
- Knowledge of project scheduling and forecasting for construction projects.
- Ability to apply codes, regulations, and advanced engineering principles to design and review of architectural plans for construction projects.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing and negotiate with technical staff, consultants, contractors, governmental agencies, and citizens.
- Ability to write highly technical and non-technical reports. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all levels of management, vendors, other government agencies, other employees, and the general public.
- Extensive knowledge of project management, scheduling, administration, and implementation.
- Personnel management and operation efficiency.
- Knowledge of public works and facility infrastructure and construction. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the operational unit or functional program and the principles and practices of public administration and management.
- Ability to manage unit/program activities through the supervision of subordinate supervisors.
- Ability to establish and obtain operating long-range goals and objectives for unit.
- Supervising staff and making work delegations and assignments Inspecting work and determining quality and general standards.
- Ability to devise solutions to administrative problems and to plan, assign, delegate responsibility.
- Ability to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures.
- Ability to develop and implement budget, perform cost analysis, and expense tracking.
- Establishing and maintaining strong relationships
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this classification and is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skill required.
To view the employee benefits offered by the City of Dallas
01
Education (Required): Do you possess a Bachelor’s Degree (or higher-Master’s or Doctorate degree) in Architecture or directly related field.
- Yes
- No
02
Experience (Required): Do you possess up to 3 years of supervisory/project management experience in Architecture or other directly related field?
- Yes
- No
03
How many years of experience do you have working in engineering, architecture, or infrastructure project management and/or operations (e.g., roadways, public works, public utilities, etc.)?
- None
- Less than three (3) years
- Three (3) to less than five (5) years
- Five (5) to less than seven (7) years
- Seven (7) years or more
04
Do you possess a professional Architectural License in the State of Texas?
- Yes
- No
Required Question