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🔗Architectural Staff / Architect Level II
Website R.J. Heisenbottle Architects, P.A.
R.J. Heisenbottle Architects, P.A. is an architecture, historic preservation, planning, and interior design firm located in Coral Gables, Florida. Through the years we have built our reputation on superior service, client satisfaction, and design excellence. Today, the firm is a leader in quality, high-profile projects with an emphasis on corporate, governmental, and institutional clients. Projects range from large-scale historic preservation to office buildings, theaters, educational facilities, and commercial interiors. Our architectural solutions are unique and often innovative, yet we seek a timeless architecture of well-crafted buildings with durable materials that are sensitive to their context.
Certified licensed professional or non-licensed architectural designer. Professional degree in Architecture, plus at least five years of related experience. Responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned major project, including investigation, evaluation, and recommendation of design solutions that best meet the client’s needs. Provides professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of large complex projects. Independently applies advanced architectural concepts and designs. Carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. May provide technical guidance to less experienced architects/architectural staff.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- As a vital component of the design team, develop original and creative design concepts, ideas, and solutions.
- Prepare detailed working drawings for the construction of new construction and for the restoration and repairs of existing historic structures.
- Be responsible for medium to large-size projects and coordinate project workflow; review engineer plans and specifications to verify compliance with Florida Building Code.
- Research laws and codes in conjunction with projects; establish construction schedules; establish and coordinate work sequence; supervise and inspect construction of projects.
- Initiate work assignments for assigned staff, review architectural plans and specifications prepared by staff or by contract architects and engineers to verify compliance with Florida Building Code and project budget restraints.
- Provide work direction and guidance to junior architectural staff.
- Supervise the preparation of plans and develop plans for new construction and historic restoration projects; develop architectural designs.
- Make complex routine calculations involved in design specifications; write or revise specifications.
- Maintain district archives and update records, drawings and specifications.
- Implement code, accessibility, and zoning assessments, as well as evaluate and integrate engineering systems.
- Perform construction administration duties, field inspections during construction, and prepare field reports.
- Certify final completion of projects and contracted services.
- Use a creative strategy to carry out activities and responsibilities on projects in an orderly, timely, and consistent manner while staying within the parameters of the timeline and budget.
- Provide guidance to junior architectural staff.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Produce construction-ready documents for contractors and permitting agencies.
- Knowledge of the Florida Building Code.
- Knowledge of architectural and engineering nomenclature, symbols, customs, and practices.
- Knowledge of governmental organization, permitting operations, policies, and objectives.
- Contribute to office libraries / AutoCAD and Revit standards and suggest changes to workflows.
- Prepare specifications and drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.
- Outstanding communication verbal and written skills.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Meet project schedules and deadlines.
- Prepare and present reports.
- Must be a U.S Citizen and local to the Greater Miami area.
- Must be fluent in both written and spoken English; Spanish is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Train, supervise, and guide assigned staff.
Develop and build teams.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Architecture, Historic Preservation, or a related discipline.
Historic Preservation experience is a plus.
5-6 + years experience in AutoCAD and Revit.
5-6 + years experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Project.
Knowledge of Adobe Suite.
Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn.
Outstanding communication verbal and written skills.
Project Leadership skills, with collaborative collegial, and respectful attitude and demeanor.
Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and E-Verify Participating Employer.
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NCPE Internships: Eligibility & How to Apply
Benefits
All NCPE interns received an hourly stipend, the rate is listed at each position description. Additionally, interns receive paid time off (PTO), paid Federal holidays if working full-time, and access to NCPE's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for career and personal counseling, coaching, and referrals. Project sites may also offer a housing allowance and/or commuting stipend; this information is also listed in the description or offered during the interview.
As an organization operating under Public Land Corps Act (PLC) authority, many NCPE positions qualify the intern for Federal Hiring Preference if (1) they complete a minimum of 640 hours at one or more qualifying conservation project(s); (2) are between the ages of 16 and 30 years (35 if a veteran); and (3) apply for a Federal position at USAJOBS with PLC noted in the announcement within two years of completing the internship. Find out more about this hiring preference during the interview or contact manager@preservenet.org for details.
Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program or recently graduated (within the past 12 months) and be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident. Interns are not eligible to work more than 1200 hours total in the program; previous interns must stay within this overall limit. The length of an internship can vary from 10 to 30 weeks if full time (40 hours per week) or longer if on a part-time schedule. If selected, the exact starting date will be determined by you and the NPS supervisor. The stipend rate is $17.00 per hour unless otherwise listed.
The successful candidate is responsible for finding and paying for travel to and housing at the internship location; some exceptions apply. The supervising office may be able to assist in locating housing but it is ultimately up to the individual accepting the internship to find accommodation.
The National Council requires all interns working in-person at Federal facilities and/or with Federal employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. Please be advised that you may also be required to wear a mask, depending on the protocols adopted by your work site. Also be aware that, due to Government-wide security requirements, a background check will be required if you are selected for a position. This will include providing information about recent housing and employment history. The position supervisor will have more information about these requirements and procedures at the time of hiring. You may direct any questions to NCPE's Internship Program Director, Julee Johnson, at manager@preservenet.org.
Please note that interns are not NCPE or NPS employees. Stipends are academic awards and taxes are not withheld, nor are social security contributions made on your behalf. These funds may be taxable, however, so consult a tax preparation professional if you have questions.
How to Apply
You may review NCPE's internship opportunities during the Summer and Winter application rounds without registering. Use the search function to find listings by location, keyword, or area of interest/category. Once you identify one or more positions of interest, there is a 3-step application process.
Step 1: Click on the Apply for Job button, then select Universal Application. Click on Register to create a User Account, which requires a username and email. A link will be sent to you from manager@preservenet.org to create a password. We suggest that you add this email to your safe senders list so you don't miss receiving this important link. You will be instructed to Log In to Preservenet using your user name or email and password, which will take you back to the Universal Application.
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Quick Tips on How to Apply
#1 If you feel you need to bolster your resume or expand your knowledge base in a certain area, consider offering research assistance to an authority at your university and/or design a 1-credit reading course with an eminent scholar or practitioner.
#2 "Experience" is more than paid work. It is any activity that gives you the knowledge and ability to do something well. So include in the Universal Application all relevant research projects, academic extracurricular activities, and volunteer interests to show your initiative, leadership, and competency.
#3 Proofread everything. The qualification most sought after for any job or internship is strong communication skills so start off on the right foot with no spelling or grammatical errors in your application.
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