Senior specialist architecture - Anaheim, CA, United States - Disneyland Resort

Description

That's our motto at Disney Parks Experiences and Products.

At Disney, you'll help inspire magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create innovative built environments.

Architecture & Facilities Engineering (A&FE) is looking for an Architect to support the development and sustainment of projects we support throughout the Disneyland Resort.

Our department supports a wide range of project types including Attractions, Maintenance, Foods, Merchandise, and Entertainment. Projects range from minor renovations to new facilities. You will also support immediate response efforts with reactionary projects.

You will act as the Architectural Owner's Representative with technical expertise for architectural issues, design management of in-house and outside resources, code compliance, permitting, Disney design standards, documentation, specifications, and life cycle cost analysis for best value.

This role also involves close collaboration with other engineering disciplines and multiple Disney project teams including Facility Asset Management (FAM) Project Management, Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI), Creative Entertainment (CE), and Operations.

You will report to the Architecture Team Lead.
Manage and process plan check/permits with City of Anaheim Departments for construction and inspections.

This role involves collaboration with various Disney project teams including FAM Project Management, WDI, CE, and Operations to submit plan check packages and obtain building permits.

Work with relevant Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) including City of Anaheim Building, Planning, Public Works, Public Utilities, and Anaheim Fire Department (AFD) to secure permits to construct and schedule related inspections.

Act as Owner's Representative on projects from concept through construction at the Disneyland Resort.

Project types will include shops, rides, hotels, shows, maintenance facilities, and nearly any built facility and area development found on our property.

Manage the design and development of contract documents of projects with in-house and outside resources to meet project scopes, schedules and budgets.

Develop concepts and RFPs (Request for Proposals) with direction from senior staff.
Review drawings and specifications and ensure that all projects are designed and executed to applicable codes and statutes.

Work with stakeholders and design team to provide architectural interpretation, both technical and aesthetic, to develop project scope including design, planning and code compliance for estimation and feasibility.

Experience in plan check/permitting/inspection process with AHJs.
Professional design experience in a wide range of project types and construction types.
Direct experience and knowledge in the preparation of architectural contract drawings and specifications.
Knowledge and experience with creating code analysis summaries including life safety plans.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite is required.
Demonstrated database maintenance experience (Excel, Airtable, or equivalent).

Extensive knowledge of the California Building Code, health codes, CalOSHA, and the American with Disabilities Act and national standards.

Experience developing custom details to support unique facility design conditions.
Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, often against tight deadlines.
Bachelor of Architecture from an NAAB accredited school.
~ Experience in plan check/permitting/inspection process with AHJs.

Master of Architecture from an NAAB accredited school.

Benefits and Perks:
Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life.

The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographical region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.