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Architect

National Institutes of Health
Frederick, MD Other
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2026
Are you a visionary architect eager to share your expertise? If so, we are seeking an Architect possessing strong leadership, project management, planning, and directing skills to join our team. The architect plays a pivotal role in leading design and construction project management services, overseeing budget and schedule management, conducting construction inspections, and providing construction cost estimating services.

Qualifications:

In order to meet the Basic Qualification Requirements of an Architect, GS-0808 position, you must have:

A. a degree with a major in architecture; OR

B. a degree in a related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems; OR

C. a combination of education and experience-college-level education, training, and/or technical experience as demonstrated by at least one of the following: (1) Related Curriculum: A degree in architectural engineering with course work covering function, esthetics, site, structure, economics, mechanical-electrical, and other engineering problems related to the design and construction of buildings primarily (but not exclusively) intended to house human activities OR; (2) Experience in an architect's office or in architectural work for each year short of graduation from a program of study in architecture. In the absence of college courses, 5 years of such experience is required.

In addition to the basic requirement, in order to qualify for an Architect, GS-0808 position at the GS-13 level, you must you must have:

1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: planning architectural projects for multi-phase new construction, renovation, and improvement projects; conducting site investigations to determine feasibility, topography, and site configuration; participating in review of bids, contractors' proposals, contract specifications and designs, as well as in contract negotiations; using computer aided design and drafting (CADD) programs and project tracking programs; resolving problems or conflicts impeding progress, and assuring that contractors and organizational staffs work effectively toward timely completion of projects.

Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer.

Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12930747

Responsibilities:

  • Lead site investigations and evaluate data to determine feasibility, topography, and site configuration; or condition of structure and essential data prior to initiating design.
  • Direct the preparation of detailed fee estimates.
  • Monitor and assess effectiveness of contractors in meeting contractual requirements.
  • Ensure federal, state, and local codes concerning health, safety, and the environment are strictly adhered to in the programming, design, and construction of real property facilities.

Salary : $121,785

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