Purpose of Classification
The City Architect – Capital Improvements & Design serves as the City’s lead advisor on architectural design and capital project delivery, providing oversight of City-led capital improvement projects while contributing to the quality and character of development citywide. This position leads the design, scope development, procurement, and implementation of public capital projects, ensuring that City investments reflect high-quality, functional, and context-sensitive design. In addition, the City Architect participates in the review of private development projects to provide architectural and site design input that enhances the overall built environment. The role is intended to elevate design outcomes across both public and private projects without establishing regulatory authority or design standards, instead focusing on collaboration, guidance, and practical implementation.
Essential Functions
Capital Project Design & Delivery
- Lead the design, and execution of assigned capital improvement projects from concept through construction and closeout
- Develop project scope, program requirements, and design intent in coordination with internal stakeholders
- Oversee architectural and engineering consultants to ensure design quality, constructability, and alignment with City objectives
- Ensure consistency between project scope, budget, and schedule throughout all phases
- Integrate design considerations with operational functionality and long-term maintenance needs
Procurement & Bidding
- Develop scopes of work for architectural, engineering, and construction services
- Lead or support the preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Bid (ITBs), and related procurement documents
- Coordinate consultant and contractor selection processes in accordance with City procurement policies
- Manage bidding processes, including pre-bid meetings, addenda, and proposal evaluations
- Provide recommendations on consultant and contractor selection
Citywide Design Advisory (Non-Regulatory)
- Provide architectural and site design input on select private development projects during internal review processes
- Collaborate with Planning & Zoning, Engineering, and Building staff to support cohesive and context-sensitive project outcomes
- Participate in pre-application meetings and internal development review discussions as needed
- Support the City’s broader vision for quality design through collaboration and professional expertise rather than formal regulation
Development Review Coordination
- Participate as part of the Development Review Team
- Provide advisory comments on architectural design, site planning, and project integration
- Coordinate with applicants, design professionals, and staff to resolve design-related issues early in the process
- Assist in identifying opportunities to enhance project outcomes while maintaining feasibility and efficiency
Construction Administration
- Oversee construction activities for assigned projects, including site visits and progress meetings
- Review pay applications, change orders, and RFIs
- Ensure adherence to design intent and project specifications
- Facilitate project closeout, including punch lists and final documentation
Coordination & Communication
- Serve as a key point of contact for architectural and design-related matters within the City
- Coordinate across departments to align capital projects with City priorities and community expectations
- Present project updates and design concepts to senior leadership and City Commission as needed
- Engage with stakeholders and the public on design-related aspects of capital projects
Leadership & Strategic Support
- Serve as a lead on complex or high-visibility capital projects
- Provide guidance and mentorship to project management staff as the division grows
- Contribute to the evolution of the City’s approach to design and capital project delivery through collaboration and continuous improvement
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field
- Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in architectural design, project management, or capital project delivery
Preferred Licensure / Certifications
- Registered Architect (RA), Project Management Professional (PMP), Construction Contract Administration (CCA) Certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing municipal or public sector capital improvement projects
- Experience participating in development review or design coordination processes
- Strong background in design management, scope development, and procurement
- Knowledge of Florida building codes, permitting processes, and development review procedures
Supplemental Information
Key Competencies
- Ability to balance design quality with budget, schedule, and constructability
- Strong collaboration and advisory skills in a multi-department environment
- Understanding of both public project delivery and private development processes
- Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Physical And Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and
Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
Veterans' Preference
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of __ hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
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What is your educational background? Do you hold a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field? Please explain.
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How many years of experience do you have in architectural design, project management, or capital project delivery? Please explain
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Which of the following certifications do you currently hold: Registered Architect (RA), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Construction Contract Administration (CCA)?
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Do you have experience managing municipal or public sector capital improvement projects?
