Principal (Campus) Architect (AP26-039)

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Principal (Campus) Architect (AP26-039). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and to positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Serve as Principal Architect and Project Manager for all University design requests, including new construction and renovations.
• Work directly with commissioned Architectural and Engineering firms, making design and construction decisions on behalf of the University.
• Review contracts on behalf of the Board of Trustees.
• Serve as the Building Code Authority for the University (all campuses).
• Act as the primary point of contact for client communications.
• Supervise Architects, Construction Project Coordinators, Project Engineers, Drafters, and assigned student staff.
• Ensure work products are efficient, effective, and compliant with governing regulations and standards.
• Establish schedules, budgets, and tracking mechanisms to manage scope and ensure timelines and clients’ needs are met.
• Support modernization of systems and processes to promote agile and effective project management.
• Serve as University liaison with the Capital Development Board (CDB).
• Design, estimate and partner with SIUE resources to implement renovation and modification projects internally managed by the Facilities Management Unit.

FLSA: Exempt