Senior Architect (term-limited)

Job Details Description Salary range is $70k to $k, with a midpoint of $k. New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

This is a term-limited position expected to last 5 years.Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings, including : Health Benefits : We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage;

comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.

Employee Assistance Program.Retirement Plans : a 10% of employee contribution with a 12% match by Sound Transit; b up to IRS maximum (employee only contribution).

Paid Time Off : Employees accrue 25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service.

Employees at the director level and up accrue additional days. We also observe 12 paid holidays and provide up to 2 paid floating holidays and up to 2 paid volunteer days per year.

Parental Leave : 12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.Pet Insurance.ORCA Card : All full-time employees will receive an ORCA card at no cost.

Tuition Reimbursement : Sound Transit will pay up to $5, annually for approved tuition expenses.Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services.

Compensation Practices : We offer competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity. In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.

• GENERAL PURPOSE : Under general direction and with limited guidance this position provides guidance and technical oversight for the design and construction of complex transit facilities;
• gives detailed reviews of design solutions and deliverables during design phases, during construction inspections, and reviews and offers technical support to consultants;

provides management and oversight of consultants providing professional services; and coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, programs, Department / Offices, and outside agencies.

Ensures adherence to established policies and procedures and professional architectural principles. Collaborates with agency subject matter experts, stakeholders, programs, and Departments / Offices in the development of projects.

Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The following duties are a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.

Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Leads development of architectural consultant scope of work, including but not limited to writing design scopes, assisting with consultant negotiation, evaluating RFP responses, and coordinating internal stakeholders for input to consultants.

Serves as the architecture subject matter expert on the project teams drawing upon expertise from other projects. Inspects the construction facility for conformance to contract requirements and to ensure that both the design and construction of the project are meeting Agency goals and objectives;

meets directly with the contractor to discuss issues, resolve problems, and drives issues forward with the construction management team.

Assists in the preparation of answers to requests for information from the contractor and reviews contractor provided submittals.

Identifies work items that should receive detailed monitoring for work quality and provides instructions where work requirements reside in the construction documents to field inspection staff;

identifies other potential issues and develops approaches to prevent or minimize them; and meets directly with the contractor to discuss and resolve.

Reviews design solutions to ensure that Agency goals and objectives will be met for the facility. Reviews deliverables from consultants to verify the constructability of the proposed solution and the technical comprehensiveness of the package.

Reviews professional services of consultants for conformance to quality, schedule, and budget requirements during the design phase;

provides design support during construction phase; and prepares design solutions for multiple ad hoc limited scope construction projects.

• Reviews professional services of consultants for conformance to quality, schedule, and budget requirements. Provides support to the department / division and others on matters as directed;
• serves as staff on committees as requested; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings;
• maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate;

ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.

Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.

Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit’s Equity & Inclusion Policy.It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and / or other employees.

It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Education and Experience : Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Planning, or closely related field and five years of architectural design and production related experience preferably in the transit industry;

OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.Required Licenses or Certifications : Registration as a Professional Architect from the State of Washington.

Required Knowledge and Skills : Architectural design principles and practices preferably in transportation or other public facilities.

Principles and practices of landscape architecture and urban design.Building and zoning codes and regulations.Principles and practices of the building and construction industry.

Contract documents including production, strategies, purpose, layout, contents of drawings and specification sections including General Conditions, Special Conditions, Division 1 Specifications, Specifications Language, and Technical Specifications.

Specifically, Construction Specification Institute (CSI) MasterFormat preferred.Construction materials and methods, including use of materials, equipment, means and methods of construction, and risks in construction associated with materials and methods.

Total cost of ownership analysis methodsPertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including the American with Disabilities Act.

Project management techniques and principles.Principles of technical writing.Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment.

Working independently or as a team on complex problems or projects where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of variables and decision-making or recommendations to upper management.

Negotiation and determination of various third party requirements, such as codes, standards, and guidelines.Preparing, analyzing complex data, and providing recommendation based on findings.

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders, management, vendors, and outside agencies.

Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff.

Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.Working effectively under pressure, meeting deadlines, and adjusting to changing priorities.

Applying appropriate oral and written communication techniques to various individuals. Physical Demands / Work Environment : Work is performed in a standard hybrid office and field environment.

Position is responsible for visiting construction sites to review building construction and contractor work; May be subject to climbing, talking, seeing, and walking.

Positions working in field may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and / or extreme noise.

The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.