Architect

The successful candidate will work directly for the Air Force Services Center (AFSVC), serving as a technical authority and project manager to provide enterprise-level oversight and execution for assigned Air Force (AF) funded Services design and construction portfolios worldwide.

The incumbent exercises independent, expert judgment to ensure cost effective, sustainable, and functionally efficient construction methodologies for complex, multi-million-dollar facilities. Serves as the technical authority conducting comprehensive design analysis, and global facility criteria.

Resolves complex engineering and construction challenges where traditional guidelines are inadequate. Serves as an advisor for enterprise level functional changes and deviations from standard criteria to meet unique operational, financial, or geographic constraints.

Develops and coordinates Air Force design and construction criteria, architectural design standards, and sustainable construction methodologies to optimize enterprise operational costs. Develop and coordinate complex execution strategies for global professional services.

Makes recommendations on the legal and regulatory application of diverse funding streams across all programming phases. Develops, reviews, coordinates, and approves Statements of Work (SOW). Serves as the preeminent architectural advisor to the Chief Architect, Execution Branch, NAF Capital Improvements Division.

Performs other related duties as required. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13052489

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.

An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/29/2026 Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Requires a professional degree in architecture (Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture) from an accredited program.

Requires senior-level expertise in integrating complex architectural-engineering disciplines into large-scale military facilities, paired with a deep understanding of statutory restrictions regarding federal funding. Must possess a proven ability to negotiate, defend, and justify critical design-to-cost strategies and complex projects.

Preferred Experience: To possess and maintain a current, valid Professional Registration as an Architect in at least one of the 50 United States is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of NAF and APF funding rules for design and construction. Knowledge of the DoD's classification of Real Property Installed Equipment (RPIE).

Knowledge of the DoD's classification of Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment (FF&E). Ability to use AutoCAD software independently.

Ability to use Revit software independently. **NOTE: Those qualified applicants who meet both the minimum qualification requirement(s) and highly preferred criteria(s) will be considered best qualified for this position and will be referred to the selecting official(s) first for consideration.

All other applicants will be referred as needed and requested by the selecting official(s). **Reminder to Applicants: Your experience has to be clearly identified in your resume in order to receive consideration.

If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.

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