Architectural Consultant

THE POSITION: Do you have the architectural design, review, and technical consulting skills needed to provide long-range planning that will preserve historic sites and museums administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC)? If so, consider joining this dynamic and diverse team within the Bureau of Management Services, Division of Architecture and Preservation in […]

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THE POSITION:

Do you have the architectural design, review, and technical consulting skills needed to provide long-range planning that will preserve historic sites and museums administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC)? If so, consider joining this dynamic and diverse team within the Bureau of Management Services, Division of Architecture and Preservation in our responsibility for maintaining over 400 buildings in Pennsylvania. Apply today to put your passion for architecture and history to use and become an essential member of our team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the planning, design, and review of construction and preservation projects at historic sites and museums across the Commonwealth. It helps ensure safe, well maintained facilities that follow building codes and historic preservation standards. As an Architectural Consultant, you will perform the following duties:

• Technical Guidance: Provide advice on preservation projects, new construction, building code compliance, and modern construction methods
• Site Evaluation: Visit project locations to gather information, assess building conditions, and plan design approaches
• Design Development: Create design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates that follow state codes and project requirements
• Project Coordination: Work with staff, administrators, and outside professionals to support progress through all phases of a project
• Document Review: Examine design submissions and recommend revisions to meet standards and project goals
• Construction Oversight: Inspect renovation and construction work to ensure compliance with contract documents and preservation standards

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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Do you have the architectural design, review, and technical consulting skills needed to provide long-range planning that will preserve historic sites and museums administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC)? If so, consider joining this dynamic and diverse team within the Bureau of Management Services, Division of Architecture and Preservation in our responsibility for maintaining over 400 buildings in Pennsylvania. Apply today to put your passion for architecture and history to use and become an essential member of our team!

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• Technical Guidance: Provide advice on preservation projects, new construction, building code compliance, and modern construction methods

• Site Evaluation: Visit project locations to gather information, assess building conditions, and plan design approaches

• Design Development: Create design drawings, specifications, and cost estimates that follow state codes and project requirements

• Project Coordination: Work with staff, administrators, and outside professionals to support progress through all phases of a project

• Document Review: Examine design submissions and recommend revisions to meet standards and project goals

• Construction Oversight: Inspect renovation and construction work to ensure compliance with contract documents and preservation standards

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