Architect

Reporting to the Development Manager, the Architect prepares, reviews and measures the accuracy of construction documents and Request for Proposals (RFP) against design intent and code compliance; ensures the integrity of design, as envisioned by the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA), through the administration of construction management resources and contractors. This candidate should also be able to conduct quality assurance checks on a frequent basis in order to ensure regulations are being followed. Provides preliminary designs, (hand drawn or computer aided) for in-house executed renovations and modifications to existing or new structures and spaces.Reviews existing housing portfolio and provides detailed analysis of structures, to include viability, construction modification costs and neighborhood block studies.Reviews schematic and construction drawings and documents for compliance with the scope of work, building codes, accessibility, HUD, PHA, FHA, and other governmental agency requirements.Prepares punch-list of items that are not in compliance with RFP and code requirements; ensures punch-list items are corrected by the construction management contractor.Attends job meetings to provide quality assurance and administration of construction problems to eliminate contractual and construction management errors.Corresponds with code officials to verify, clarify or confirm code compliance issues and permit approvals. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in Architecture, Engineering or a related field; AND two (2) or more years construction experience; Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is required. Possession of a Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or a related field and experience in public housing or another State or Federal agency is preferred.