ASPEN STREET ARCHITECTS, INC. (ASAI)
POSITION DESCRIPTION
ARCHITECT II

Summary:
Responsible for the day to day management of architectural projects; performs complex architectural assignments with considerable latitude for action and decision making.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (It is not the intent for this to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with this position.)

• Responsible for the day to day management of multiple architectural projects, including budget estimates, scheduling and project team leadership;

• Independently performs most assignments with instructions as to the expectation of results;

• Leads, encourages and motivates project teams, including consultants;

• Has increased client contact;

• Designs complex projects and reviews design of other architects to assure specified architectural requirements;

• Completes an entire architectural project of a more complex and/or larger scope from concept through working drawings;

• May participate in construction administration and/or observation;

• Performs technical research and effectively utilizes computer assisted design software programs as an aid in developing architectural projects;

• Understands monetary ramifications of design on client and firm;

• Performs other duties as requested.

Education and/or Experience:                                     
Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college of university and six plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must possess current California Architect License
Must possess current driver's license
NCARB certification encouraged

Supervisory Responsibilities:                                           

• Direct supervision of interns and architects may be required;

• May supervise and/or coordinate the work of others who assist in specific assignments;

• Actively supports intern development program requirements.

Special Requirements/Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
 Work is primarily performed in an office setting with minimal health and safety hazards.  Noise level and temperature are moderate.  Minimal lifting or climbing is required.  Some travel such as, but not limited to, other offices, work sites, seminars, and business related errands is required; may require employee to drive, or fly, including use of company aircraft. Requires operating office machines such as, but not limited to, computers, copiers, phone and fax.

Communication Skills:
Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and regulatory documents. Utilizing verbal and/or written form, responds effectively to common inquires and/or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conforms to prescribed style and format.  Utilizing various techniques, is able to effectively present information to top management and public groups.

Reasoning Ability and/or Critical Thinking:
Work situations are vaguely defined, complex, diverse and occasionally unprecedented.  Problems have many dimensions and range from innovative thinking in one area to related fields of specialization.  Consequences normally evaluated use more formal analytical, planning or process methods and/or strategies developed for action.