Coordinating Architect

Coordinates and supervises the work of an architectural section responsible for the planning and design of a broad range of construction and renovation projects or functions as a project manager for large scale architectural projects of considerable scope and complexity. 

Oversees consultants and supervises in-house architectural staff engaged in establishing design criteria, project schedules, and cost estimates for architectural projects. Confers with senior managers in various Chicago Department of Aviation divisions to discuss the need for new construction, expansion, or renovation of Aviation facilities. 

Reviews completed design plans of staff and private consultants to ensure compliance with project specifications, space, and usage requirements, building and zoning codes and funding guidelines. 

Supervises and conducts visits of field sites to monitor work in progress and to ensure compliance with project schedules, contract specifications and reviews project change orders for appropriateness and recommends approval according to adherence to established policies and procedures. 

Interprets architectural plans to consultants and provides technical assistance to subordinate staff in resolving complex architectural design problems.

Coordinates and participates in design and progress applications meetings. Supervises the preparation of administrative and technical reports and generates comprehensive summaries of current and completed projects. 

Plans and implements work standards and evaluates the performance of architectural staff; conducts and facilitates staff training on new or modified plan review processes and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned by senior management and other related duties as required.