Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking an Architect under the Temporary Professional Staffing Services contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs. This project will provide professional staffing services to the Medical and Engineering Department's capabilities at the Long Beach Veterans Affairs Healthcare System (LBVAHCS). Positions will be assigned to specific sections within the department, including Capital Development, Projects & Construction, Business Management, and Maintenance & Operations, and report to the respective Section Supervisor in support of medical center tasks.

The position is on-site, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, based at LBVAHCS, located at 5901 E. 7th Street, Long Beach, CA 90822.

I've never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Architect at Terrestris do?

The Architect works with the Engineering Service or Section Chief. Under the responsibility of the Section Chief, the Architect is primarily responsible for site investigations supporting the documentation of campus buildings and all utilities, and independent planning. The Architect oversees and assists with accurate documentation of existing structures, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, etc. The complete work is reviewed by the Section Chief in terms of effectiveness in meeting all requirements.

What does a typical day look like for an Architect?

You will:

• Develop comprehensive architectural documentation using AutoCAD and Revit for campus facilities
• Evaluate complex issues and recommend solutions, coordinating with Section Chief for resolution
• Update and manage drawing files reflecting space changes and construction modifications
• Maintain drawing room, archives, and project documentation for design and construction projects
• Ensure compliance with accessibility, safety codes, and federal design standards
• Identify and manage facility improvement projects including renovations and infrastructure systems
• Coordinate with stakeholders and manage documentation schedules and reporting activities

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the professional we're looking for if you have:

• Authorization to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years' Architectural employment, a minimum of two (2) years of experience including site investigations, preferably in the healthcare field.
• Bachelor's Degree OR 8-10 years of architectural experience (in lieu of Bachelor's Degree).
• Knowledge of healthcare design and understanding of fire codes, life safety codes, building codes, barrier-free design, systems, components, cleaning and maintenance concepts, ergonomics, and safety criteria.
• Knowledge of building systems found in commercial and/or healthcare construction necessary to coordinate with other design and construction disciplines/trades typically included on construction projects, including but not limited to architectural, structural, civil, landscaping, equipment, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm/fire protection, and telecommunications.
• Ability to perform site investigations, identify variances between drawings and the built environment for a one hundred (100) acre property with an excess of twenty (20+) buildings of varying construction and occupancy types.
• Ability to review and interpret construction drawings and specifications for disciplines/trades typically included on construction projects, including but not limited to architectural, structural, civil, landscaping, equipment, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm/fire protection, and telecommunications.
• Skilled in free-form drawing and drawing to scale when on a job site, measuring for a project.
• Minimum 2 years of AutoCAD, 2 years of Revit and 2 years of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook) experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with a variety of contractors, management officials, vendors, Contract Officers and VA Long Beach staff and meet stated deadlines.

We will be extra impressed if you have:

• Certifications such as National Council of Architectural Registration Board, Project Management Certification, Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification, and/or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.
• Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams knowledge.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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