Senior Project Architect

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Senior Project Architect to provide architectural and construction support for Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). Perform field inspections, review field design changes, resolve technical problems and methods regarding building codes, structural codes, permit procedures, and municipal construction requirements as applied to the ongoing maintenance, facility modification, and repair or reconstruction. Communicates/meets with those outside the organization, including government and community representatives, contractors, engineers, and private concerns, to coordinate planning, design and construction activities and represents the PRT’s interests.

Prepares contract scope of work for and manages activities of outside architects, engineers and contractors hired by PRT. Provides cost estimating for projected work activities. Understands various work rules, union trade requirements, and company policies on outside work Essential Functions: • Performs all project management functions necessary to implement the design, construction, and closeout of funded capital projects within established scope, schedule, budget, and quality metrics.

Provides guidance and assistance to PRT personnel on facilities design issues and activities pertaining to all capital projects and provides subject matter expertise regarding building code compliance and ADA access requirements as required. Provides support for state of good repair programs related to buildings, light rail systems, busways, park, and ride lots, patron facilities and related infrastructure. • Responsible for reviewing drawings, specifications, and contract provisions for compliance with Authority and outside agency requirements and standards in the preparation of construction and procurement documents. Reviews and coordinates drawings and specifications of facilities projects in consideration of the impacts related to operational facilities, systems, and infrastructure Job requirements include: • Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from an accredited school. • Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in managing projects, including design and construction of job-related work. • Professional and effective communication skills. • Valid driver’s license in any state or commonwealth with ability to obtain PA driver’s license within sixty (60) days of employment. • Demonstrated ability in the use of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Preferred Attributes: • Registered Architect in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or the ability to obtain such registration through reciprocity within one year of appointment Experience in construction and construction management We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume. EOE https://careers.portauthority.org