Staff Architect
Job Description
$70-$85/hr.
7: 00am to 4: 00pm
Architecture & Facilities Engineering (A&FE) is looking for an Staff Architect to support the development and sustainment of assets and projects we support throughout the Resort. You will provide technical expertise, problem solving, and QA/QC for projects we support throughout the Resort. Our department supports a wide range of sustainment efforts and project types that include shops, attractions, hotels, entertainment, maintenance facilities, offices, and nearly any built facility and area development found on our property. Projects range from preliminary research, full facility assessments to minor renovations or new facilities. You will also support immediate response efforts. You will work in close collaboration with other engineering disciplines and multiple internal project teams. As an Architect in A&FE, you will act as an Architectural Owner’s Representative for the Resort on projects from concept through construction. While drawings are seldomly produced in house, the majority of our construction drawings are produced by external Architects/Engineers hired for their services. Our role is to provide design management of these outside resources ensuring projects are designed to company standards, fully coordinated with other disciplines, and compliant with codes. You will be leading the design team ensuring all project partners and stakeholders are updated on project developments.
You will report to the Sr. Manager –Architecture.
“We create happiness.”That’s our motto at Parks Experiences and Products. You’ll help inspire magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create innovative built environments. You will collaborate to develop ideas/thoughts into physical reality! Architecture & Facilities Engineering (A&FE) is looking for an Staff Architect to support the development and sustainment of assets and projects we support throughout the Resort. You will provide technical expertise, problem solving, and QA/QC for projects we support throughout the Resort. Our department supports a wide range of sustainment efforts and project types that include shops, attractions, hotels, entertainment, maintenance facilities, offices, and nearly any built facility and area development found on our property. Projects range from preliminary research, full facility assessments to minor renovations or new facilities. You will also support immediate response efforts. You will work in close collaboration with other engineering disciplines and multiple internal project teams. As an Architect in A&FE, you will act as an Architectural Owner’s Representative for the Resort on projects from concept through construction. While drawings are seldomly produced in house, the majority of our construction drawings are produced by external Architects/Engineers hired for their services. Our role is to provide design management of these outside resources ensuring projects are designed to company standards, fully coordinated with other disciplines, and compliant with codes. You will be leading the design team ensuring all project partners and stakeholders are updated on project developments.
You will report to the Sr. Manager –Architecture.
Owners Rep
•Review project concepts with internal stakeholders and partners
•Determine team required to fully execute project
•Develop project scopes of work and create RFP’s (Request for Proposals) for external Architects/Engineers/Consultants
•Coordinate with Facility Assessment Management (FAM) partners to review scope, schedule and budgets
•Provide internal cost estimates for project support and review budget throughout the project schedule
•Manage the design and development of project construction drawings and specifications with internal and external resources
•During design, coordinate schedule, meeting agendas, meeting participants to drive results
•Lead design reviews and meetings throughout the design process
•Review drawings and specifications at each design milestone to comply with applicable codes, standards, and statutes.
•Ensure that the overall project design intent is achieved by successfully integrating facility design with partner design disciplines and components of the supporting development such as: infrastructure, area development, grading/drainage, area lighting, graphics, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, showset, ride engineering, etc.
•Review for scope completeness based on project requirements with a focus on constructability, efficiency, and long-term maintainability
•Update stakeholders of all project developments throughout the project schedule (design and construction)
•Partner with internal teams to develop, maintain, communicate, and enforceCompany design guidelines, standards, master specifications, and details
•Provide guidance and concise decision matrices to support executive decisions
•Leverage your technical expertise and lessons learned when reviewing all projects
•Liason with City officials and external agencies to ensure project scope and implementation is coordinated and compliant with external requirements
What We Look For
•Professional design experience in a wide range of project types and construction types
•Demonstrate familiarity with all phases of design and construction practices and standards
•Construction Administration experience including site observation visits and review of RFIs and Submittals
•Direct experience in the preparation of architectural contract drawings and specifications
•Knowledge and experience with creating code analysis summaries including life safety plans
•Collaborate and endeavor in a team environment to guarantee a successful product.
•Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite is required
•Extensive knowledge with the California Building Code, health codes, CalOSHA, and the American with Disabilities Act
•Experience developing custom details to support unique facility design conditions
•Demonstrate leadership, team building skills, and mentoring young professionals
•SkillsDevStrong problem solving/analytical skills and time management/organizational skills
•Strong written, verbal, and graphical communication skills with the ability to present complex analyses and issues to all levels of executive management
•Demonstrate the ability to respond effectively to dynamic situations and personalities
•Must be capable of working independently on programs and projects but must have the maturity to seek guidance/approval and communicate as appropriate.
•Ability to direct and motivate work efforts of others and handle stressful situations
•Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, often against tight deadlines
•Bachelor’s of Architecture or Master's of Architecture from an NAAB accredited school
•Minimum of 10 years professional experience working in Architecture
•Architectural License in the State of California is required Preferred Qualifications •Master Planning Experience Required Education •Bachelor’s of Architecture or Master's of Architectur