Architect, Environmental​/ Urban Planning

Tepa Companies is seeking an Architect for onsite work at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The role involves design development, contract documentation, and construction administration. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction industry and be licensed or able to obtain licensure within a year. Strong communication skills and proficiency in AutoCAD are required. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits.
About The Tepa CompaniesEstablished in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private‑sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide‑ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.About The JobThe Tepa Companies are seeking an Architect to support our contract at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. The role involves design development and contract document work sessions in the Sustainment, Restoration & Moderation (SRM) and Consolidated Sustainment Activity Group (CSAG) sections of the 72nd Civil Engineer Directorate.LocationThis position requires onsite presence five days a week at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma.Job FunctionsCoordinates owner/client and internal meetings, and participates in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.Monitors workload through design development and construction document phases to complete documents on schedule.Reviews architectural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines.Writes/edits architectural specifications and works directly with Senior Architect and client to establish and document the legal parameters of the construction contract.Assists with affected disciplines and with any addendum, RFIs, CPRs and change orders and is responsible for incorporating agreed upon changes into the project documents.Provides construction contract administration on an as‑needed basis.Conducts construction cost estimating for all projects and evaluations.Evaluates existing building conditions and writes reports of findings and recommendations for new projects or existing projects.What We’re Looking ForMinimum 5 years’ experience working in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction industry.Licensed as a Registered Architect, or the ability to obtain within one year.Strong communication skills including verbal, written, and graphic communications.Background in producing contract documents and construction administration.Department of Defense operations familiarity to include knowledge of Unified Facility Criteria is highly desired.Experience and proficiency with AutoCAD.Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Self‑motivated individual with strong organizational, problem‑solving and analytical abilities.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.BenefitsWe offer a competitive pay and benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long‑term disability, and tuition reimbursement.Equal Opportunity Employer/VeteransEqual Opportunity Employer and Veterans are encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr