**Job Posting End Date** 12-19-2024 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date **Job Summary** Responsible to the assigned supervisor under general supervision for performing architectural work activities and projects requiring the application of knowledge and experience with building design and construction. Accomplish assigned objectives in a safe, and efficient manner. Responsible for development of approved project scopes from programming and site evaluation through final documents for bidding and permitting. Performs architectural work directly and manage outside architectural and engineering consultants. Serve as a subject matter export for the company in any needs or questions that arise related to building design and construction. **Job Description** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: + Possesses the authority and knowledge to make some technical decisions based on calculated risks without management review; makes decisions affecting long range plans and goals based on analysis of highly uncertain input and outcomes; visualizes long term results; makes decisions where differences of opinion are likely to exist; makes decisions which have an impact across organizational boundaries. + Demonstrates vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit. + Identifies, resolves, and initiates solutions to complex problems that are unique to the organizational unit and requires specialized knowledge of facility design and/or problem-solving techniques. + Leads in the preparation and presentation of the most complex designs, clearly, concisely, and persuasively, bringing in ancillary issues before senior management, professional organizations, regulatory bodies, etc. + Builds teams and networks that extend through AEP, and other companies, professional organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia. + Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company and assumes the role of project or function manager for assigned tasks. + Develops, recommends, and implements plans to address organizational unit issues within specialized field of design expertise. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education requirements are listed below: + Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering in a program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Work Experience requirement listed below: + Minimum 4 years' experience as an Architect. Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: + NCARB Certification in any U.S. state is required for this position. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical demand level is Sedentary _These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc._ + Incumbent is accountable for making sound recommendations and decisions that have an impact across organizational boundaries. + Depending upon assignment, position may entail some travel and exposure to situations which require the knowledge, understanding and adherence to applicable safety procedures. + Master's degree in architecture preferred + May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules. + Demonstrates vision in identifying business opportunities for the organizational unit. + Proficient in the use of MicroStation or AutoCAD + Valid state driver's License required. **Compensation Data** **Compensation Grade:** SP20-008 **Compensation Range:** $94,225.00-122,490.00 USD **Hear about it first!** Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one. It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer‐employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we must record certain information to be made part of an Affirmative Action Plan. Applicants for employment may also be invited to participate in the Affirmative Action Program by self-identifying their Race or Ethnic Identity.