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Engineer (Architect)

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering (or equivalent relevant experience)
  • Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible architectural design, review, or facilities engineering experience
  • Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with CAD/BIM workflows
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DOJ/BOP suitability, background investigation, and facility access as required

Requirements:

  • Review architectural drawings, specifications, and submittals for completeness, constructability, and alignment with Government requirements; provide written comments and recommended resolutions
  • Support facility condition assessments by reviewing documentation, identifying deficiencies, and drafting technical narratives and recommendations
  • Provide architectural code and standards research (IBC, NFPA, ADA/ABA, UFC where applicable) and document findings for Government consideration
  • Coordinate with other disciplines (mechanical, electrical, civil, security) to identify interfaces, conflicts, and integration issues

Job description

Overview:

Nisga’a CIOPS delivers cleared professionals to support civilian and DoD customers worldwide across intelligence support, cyber/defensive cyber operations, IT O&M, infrastructure modernization, training, and logistics.

 

Summary:

The Engineer (Architect) provides architectural engineering support to DOJ/BOP facilities stakeholders by performing technical analyses, document reviews, and design support activities for facilities projects. This role develops recommendations, drafts technical inputs, and supports reviews of architectural deliverables to enable Government decision-making. The position is advisory and does not approve designs, certify compliance on behalf of the Government, or exercise Government authority.

Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions:

  • Review architectural drawings, specifications, and submittals for completeness, constructability, and alignment with Government requirements; provide written comments and recommended resolutions.
  • Support facility condition assessments by reviewing documentation, identifying deficiencies, and drafting technical narratives and recommendations.
  • Provide architectural code and standards research (e.g., IBC, NFPA, ADA/ABA, UFC where applicable) and document findings for Government consideration.
  • Develop and/or review design alternatives, space planning concepts, and architectural options to support Government evaluation.
  • Draft technical inputs for Statements of Work, performance requirements, and evaluation criteria for Government review and approval.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines (mechanical, electrical, civil, security) to identify interfaces, conflicts, and integration issues.
  • Prepare technical briefings, decision-support matrices, and executive summaries for Government stakeholders.
  • Track technical issues and actions; support resolution workflow by documenting options, impacts, and recommended paths forward.
Qualifications:

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

  • Demonstrated ability to produce clear technical documentation, comment matrices, and decision-support analyses.
  • Working knowledge of architectural codes, standards, and accessibility requirements.
  • Proficiency with common tools (e.g., MS Office; familiarity with CAD/BIM workflows is a plus).

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering (or equivalent relevant experience).
  • Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible architectural design, review, or facilities engineering experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DOJ/BOP suitability, background investigation, and facility access as required.
  • Primarily remote work. Occasional travel may be required to DOJ/BOP sites and/or meetings.
  • May require participation in virtual design reviews and time-sensitive technical comment cycles.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Federal facilities projects (planning, design, renovation, sustainment) strongly preferred.
  • Registered Architect (RA) license in any U.S. jurisdiction.
  • Experience with secure / correctional / justice-sector facilities.
  • Experience supporting A/E design reviews, design charrettes, or commissioning/closeout documentation reviews.

 

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $170,000 per year. (Range may vary by region.) 

 

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

 

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