Architect

  • BART
  • Oakland, California
  • Aug 07, 2024
Full Time Architecture
  • Salary: $123,687.00 - $187,387.00 Annually USD

Job Description

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

Job Summary

Marketing Statement
Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

Pay Rate
Pay Band 6 Non-Represented
Minimum: $123,687.00 to Maximum: $187,387.00 Annual Salary
Initial salary offer will be commensurate with experience. Negotiable initial salary will be between the minimum to the midpoint range.

Posted Date
August 6, 2024

Closing Date
September 8, 2024

Reports To
Sr. Manager of Engineering Programs

Days Off
Saturday and Sunday

Who May Apply
All current BART employees and qualified individuals who are not yet BART employees

Current Assignment
This position will be responsible for providing a wide range of architectural support to the Office of District Architect including but not limited to: review and approval of project specifications and drawings; station and facilities rehabilitation planning, design, budgeting, cost monitoring, and construction management; support of resiliency related projects including grant applications and implementation; support of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), intermodal, and mobility related projects. This position will also be responsible for regional and District wayfinding and signage program and accessibility improvement program. The ideal incumbent prepares and produces architectural design and representation. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and applicable architectural rendering software, including field surveying and documentation is desired.

Selection Process
Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes.
The selection process for this position will include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and/or an individual or panel interview.
The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas or other documents as required by law, including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S.; pass a pre-employment medical examination which includes a drug and alcohol screen, and which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements. Pre-employment processing will also include a background check. (Does not apply to current full-time District employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations)

Application Process
External applicants may only apply online, at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the online application process may receive additional information by calling (510) 464-6112.
Current employees are strongly encouraged to apply online, either at www.bart.gov/jobs, or on WebBART.
All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. On line applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself.
Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov .

Other Information
Please be prepared to present documentation in support of any required licenses, degrees, or certifications upon request.

Note
When you have successfully applied for this position you will receive an auto reply e-mail acknowledging that your application was received for this position. Please retain a copy of the e-mail for your records. If you receive an auto reply that does not specifically reference this position, please call the employment help line at (510) 464-6112 for assistance.
To verify submission of your application, click on the 'My Career Tools' link at the top of the 'Careers Home Page' after submitting your application to view the list of applications you've submitted (including application date and status). If you have further questions, please call the employment help line at (510) 464-6112, between the hours of 8:15am - 5:00pm, Monday- Friday.

Examples of Duties

Performs a variety architectural related duties including preparing and/or reviewing architectural design, cost estimates and analyses, and participating in project and construction management.

Prepares architectural designs, specifications, costs and quantity estimates for engineering projects; performs architectural rendering, computer simulations and building information modeling.

Reviews and produces contract documents for improvement contracts.

Assists in the establishment of schedules and methods for providing architectural design oversight for internal and external projects.

Monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; evaluates proposed changes to approved plans and specifications.

Recommends approval of and submits contractor’s progress payment applications; performs audits of contractor and suppliers to ensure adherence to established policies procedures.

Prepares a variety of reports and correspondence on project matters including field and design engineering changes, and correspondence with the contractor on fulfillment of requirements.

Prepares progress reports, funding updates, project budget allocations, change order documentation, and work plans.

Discusses and reviews project design or activities with assigned staff and other affected project personnel, and coordinates with engineering disciplines.

Maintains awareness of progress on assigned design projects to ensure compliance with designated time and cost schedules.

Provides assistance to inspectors in the interpretation of plans and resolution of problems during design review.

Conducts field inspections; ensures compliance with specifications.



Minimum Qualifications

Education :

A Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience :

Five (5) years of (full time equivalent) verifiable professional architectural and construction design experience.

Other Requirements:

Architecture license preferred.

Substitution:

Additional architectural experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of :
  • Principles and practices in architecture and/or specialized field of architectural design
  • Computer systems and applications related to architectural design, rendering and simulations.
  • Construction methods and materials related to architecture.
  • Principles and practices of related construction practices and the economics involved.
  • Industrial and regulatory standards and design criteria in architecture.
  • Principles, practices, and techniques in architecture as related to the successful project administration.
  • Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in report preparation.
  • Current office procedures, methods, and equipment, as well as programs for word process, graphical design, and building information modeling.
  • Construction specifying and construction documentation.
  • Related Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations pertaining to the work and to generally accepted industry and association standards.


Skill in :
  • Applying principles and practices in architectural design in assigned projects.
  • Interpreting and explaining District policies and procedures.
  • Estimating and planning for budgets.
  • Organization and time management.
  • Preparing clear and effective architectural graphics, drawing, computer aided rendering and simulations.
  • Conflict resolution.
  • Producing clear and effective architectural graphics, drawings, computer aided renderings, and simulations.
  • Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.



Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov .

Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs .

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification.

Highlights
  • Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
  • Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
    • 2% @ 55 (Classic Members)
    • 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members)
    • 3% at 50 (Safety Members - Classic)
    • 2.7% @ 57 (Safety Members - PEPRA)
    • Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details)
Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
  • 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65
Deferred Compensation & Roth 457 Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year) Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District) Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 5 floating holidays Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Survivor Benefits through BART Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care Commuter Benefits Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.

Closing Date/Time: 9/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Base Pay

123,687

Job Address

Oakland, California United States View Map