Definition
Performs advanced-level architectural drafting and design services or interior design and space planning work related to the construction, renovation, or modification of state-owned buildings and facilities; performs related work as required.
The work examples and competencies listed below are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.
Work Examples
Assists supervisor by performing such duties as instructing employees, answering questions, distributing and balancing the workload, and checking work; may make suggestions on selection, promotions, and reassignments.
Prepares construction or interior design drawings and specifications of floor plans, elevations, sections, and details for the construction, space planning, interior design or other modifications of buildings.
Works with employees, supervisors, administrative and program officials; gathers information; identifies, defines, and explores design and space planning problems; develops possible solutions; secures approval of proposals and recommendations; furnishes advice on complex design issues and develops design documents necessary to implement architectural, interior design, and space planning solutions.
Works with customers to develop long-range space utilization plans.
Provides finish selections including color palettes, flooring and wall finishes, lighting, and other interior selections.
Works with customers to determine accommodations needed to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Travels to construction sites to inspect construction work in progress and clarify drawings and specifications for contractors and subcontractors.
Reviews contractors' drawings to ensure compliance with specifications and contract requirements; recommends changes as needed and follows up to ensure corrections are made by reviewing drawings for technical accuracy.
Compares completed work and materials with a contractor's request for payment to verify work performed and recommend payment or withholding of payment as appropriate.
Maintains and updates plan files, including electronic documents, to provide centralized, ready access to floor plans, furniture layouts, electrical, mechanical, and sewer plans as well as design documents and drawings for all new and existing state office buildings.
Develops master plans for rest areas including roads, parking areas, and picnic areas to provide overall consistency and comparability in the rest areas by matching the required facilities to the terrain at the construction site.
Competencies Required
Knowledge:
Building and Construction – Materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Computers and Electronics – Circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Design – Design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Engineering and Technology – The practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
English Language – Structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Mathematics – Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Abilities:
Category Flexibility – Generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Fluency of Ideas – Come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Inductive Reasoning – Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Near Vision – See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Speech Clarity – Speak clearly so others can understand you.
Speech Recognition – Identify and understand the speech of another person.
Written Comprehension – Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Written Expression – Communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Skills:
Active Learning – Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Learning Strategies – Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Mathematics – Using mathematics to solve problems.
Monitoring – Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Writing – Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in architecture, interior design, or architectural engineering, and experience equal to two years of full-time work in architecture, interior design, or architectural engineering.
All of the following (a and b):
Two years of full-time work experience in architecture, interior design, or architectural engineering; and
A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in architecture, interior design, or architectural engineering equals one year of full-time experience.
Notes
Designated positions will require a degree in architecture, interior design, or architectural engineering.
Effective Date: 08/26 KC