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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00000868 |
Description Activated On: 9/4/2026 9:22:47 AM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. The purpose of this position is to provide architectural design, architectural design review, technical consulting and related professional services for architectural construction and preservation projects under capital and agency appropriations for historic sites and museums administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. 1. Provide expertise, technical advice and assistance to other staff members and agencies relative to preservation projects,new construction, Uniform Construction Code compliance, and modern construction technologies throughout development and construction of renovation, modernization and new construction projects. 2. Plan for long-range needs of agency in physical facilities development through integrated planning process with clients. 3. Visit project sites to collect information, take measurements, survey conditions, define scope of work, inspect existing buildings for deterioration and preservation maintenance needs and formulate conceptual design approaches and research project needs. 4. Develop design drawings and detailed construction drawings and specifications for each assigned design project, using both hand drafting and CADD, in conformance with state building codes and other requirements. 5. Organize and coordinate all work with staff of the Division of Architecture and Preservation, site administrators, and others. 6. Review design documents submitted by DGS or outside architects and engineers, provide comments and proposed revisions. 7. Manage projects designed by DGS or outside architects and engineers serving as owner's representative for agency throughout the design and construction phases. 8. Review all projects or project work assignments for adherence to professional standards, project objectives, and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (when applicable), and for control of quality of work. 9. Provide technical advice and assistance to other staff members and other agencies involved in preparation of plans and specifications for preservation, renovation and new construction projects. 10. Manage projects assigned to professional services contracts, reviewing projects and assuring conformance to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (when applicable). 11. Arrange for surveys for the preparation of topographic and traverse survey drawings for planning and construction projects activities. 12. Compile detailed cost estimates for proposed construction project activities. 13. Inspect architectural, renovation and new design projects under construction to insure conformance and compliance with the contract documents and with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (when applicable). Conduct project meetings. 14. Perform other special projects as assigned. 15. Be familiar with PHMC's general safety rules and safety rules specific to this position; for working in a safe manner following all PHMC safety rules; immediately report all workplace injuries or incidents to their supervisor, and to immediatley correct any safety hazards in the work area or report same to supervisor. NOTE: This position requires a license to practice architecture and must also meet the National Park Service standards for Historical Architect. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Decides on conformance of projects to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (where applicable); decides on conformance to Uniform Construction Code and any other applicable regulations of agencies having jurisdiction. Generally reviews work for conformance to agency needs. Issues involving legal considerations and budget considerations are referred to the supervisor. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: • One year as an Architectural Designer 2; or • Three years of professional architectural experience in building renovation or preservation and new construction for commercial, institutional, government, or educational buildings or structures, and a bachelor's degree in architecture, architectural engineering, or a closely related field which included major course work in architectural design; or • An equivalent combination of experience and training Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Registered Architect 2. OTHER 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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