Architect

ppBBE is seeking an experienced bArchitect /b to support NAVFAC EURAFCENT Headquarters in Naples, Italy. The Design Architect will provide professional architectural services and consultation for planning, design, construction, maintenance, demolition, space utilization, and facilities development supporting the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands. This position is contingent upon contract award. /ph3Job Duties Responsibilities /h3ulliPrepare architectural and interior-design plans and specifications; review third-party designs and cost estimates; and provide recommendations on programming, space planning, sustainable practices, and code compliance /liliDevelop conceptual designs, charrettes, and 35%, 50%, pre-final, and final construction documents for diverse shore-facility types /liliApply comprehensive architectural knowledge across programming, planning, design development, sustainability, analyses, codes, drawings, specifications, and cost estimating /liliReview construction drawings and specifications for architectural and engineering systems and coordinate interdisciplinary Government reviews for content, completeness, schedule, and system integration /liliEnsure designs follow current practices and comply with DoD, Navy, international, Host Nation, life-safety, accessibility, environmental, energy, permitting, real estate, and utility requirements /liliCoordinate technical and administrative requirements and approvals with local, national, Host Nation, and other authorities /liliConduct AE office inspections and field investigations, evaluate latent conditions and interfaces with existing work, and report on AE progress /liliPlan, schedule, and coordinate design execution to meet design and construction budgets and allotted schedules /liliInterpret contract drawings and specifications, resolve disputes, evaluate change orders, prepare Independent Government Estimates, and support contractor claims and RFIs /liliSupport post-award design and construction submittals, shop drawings, and change orders from cost and scope perspectives; maintain detailed files and present analysis results /liliApply budgeting, planning, project-management, team-leadership, safety, and personal protective equipment requirements throughout assigned work /li /ulullibFederal/Government Experience: /b Professional architectural facilities-design experience on U.S. Department of Defense or similar government-agency projects /lilibCodes Criteria: /b Knowledge of DoD and Navy criteria, UFCs/UFGS, IBC, NFPA 101, industry standards, and standard architectural design practices /lilibHost Nation Requirements: /b Knowledge of local, state, federal, and foreign-country laws, codes, and statutory requirements affecting design across the NAVFAC EURAFCENT AOR /lilibMulti-Discipline Coordination: /b Knowledge of related architectural and engineering fields and their impacts on architectural design /lilibSoftware: /b Knowledge and experience with Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit, Microsoft Office, architectural design and analysis tools, and applicable DoD systems /lilibProject Delivery: /b Ability to monitor planning, design, and construction activities for multi-disciplined vertical and horizontal projects through successful completion within schedule and budget /lilibCommunication: /b Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; CEFR C1 is preferred, and B2 is the minimum /lilibLocation: /b Willingness and ability to relocate to and work on site in Naples, Italy /lilibBackground Investigation: /b Ability to successfully pass required security background investigations /li /ulh3Experience Education /h3ullibExperience: /b A minimum of five (5) years of professional, code-compliant facilities design experience for new construction, including renovation design, supplemented by substantial hands-on facilities-design experience /lilibEducation: /b A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited course of study, or international equivalent, is required /li /ulh3Physical Requirements /h3ulliAbility to stand/walk/climb/kneel/crouch and remain in a stationary position/sit at least 60% of the time. /liliAbility to operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc. /liliAbility to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. /liliCapable of lifting up to 10 lbs. /liliAbility to see details of objects that are less than a few feet away. /liliAbility to understand the speech of another person, speak clearly so listeners can understand, and talk or hear both in person and by telephone. /li /ulpbLIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: /bThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and required skills for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. /ppRequired are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities necessary to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis. /pulliParticipation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BBE is 100% employee-owned! /liliDiscretionary bonus /lili*Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge /lili*Employer provided Short-Term Long-Term disability /lili*Employer-provided Life insurance /lili*Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits /lili*Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays /liliTraditional Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match /liliTuition reimbursement professional development /liliEmployee referral program /liliEmployee discounts /liliEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) /liliEmployee Homeownership Benefits /liliPet insurance discount /li /ulp*Applies only to full-time employees. /ppBBE is an Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr