DHS requires Architectural/Engineering (Contractor) services for conceptual and definitive design and engineering support. The Contractor shall provide all aspects of design and engineering to include, but not be limited to, civil/structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, architectural, fire protection/life safety, and HVAC for the design of renovations and new construction of DHS leased and owned facilities. The primary components of each project will vary in requirements and complexity, and require flexibility of performance. The design and engineering deliverables will include, but are not limited to, drawings, construction specifications, procurement specifications, calculations, and cost estimates. The Contractor shall provide all aspects of engineering services, including travel (site visits), management, administration, coordination, and development of design documents required to support construction, installation, testing, startup, and commissioning associated with each project in accordance with the requisites of this SOW and all DHS standards, requirements, and regulations.
Required Qualifications:
- Experience developing concepts for structures that meet project goals and operational standards.
- Experience overseeing special projects to ensure high-quality, innovative and functional design.
- Experience developing feasibility reports, design concepts, plans, and other architecture documents.
- Experience developing concept plans and concepts in line with project needs, building’s usage, and environmental impact.
- Experience developing and updating new buildings, extensions, renovations, and restorations, ensuring they meet special project requirements and align with sustainability principles.
- Experience with the design and construction of new Sensitive Compartment Information Facilities (SCIF), and renovations of existing facilities.
- Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years minimum experience and 2 years of Federal experience supporting design tasks on special projects.
- Architect certification required.
EEO Statement
XLA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting equality and integrity in the workplace, professional development and education, and an entrepreneurial atmosphere.
We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our HR team by phone at 703-584-8317 or via email at [email protected]. For persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, or deaf-disabled, XLA will provide an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter where needed as a reasonable accommodation for the hiring processes.
We are proud to be an EEO/VETERAN EMPLOYER.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for self-identifying with either category
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What We Do
XLA is an award-winning government services provider with 250 employees both domestically and internationally. Our core competencies are Program Lifecycle Management, Engineering & Technical Solutions and International Program Support services. These core competencies define XLA. As agencies face declining budgets and a rising demand for services, XLA provides the continuous support needed to overcome those challenges.
XLA has the project management expertise needed to successfully meet contract requirements and provide excellent performance. We consider the needs of the customer, project resource requirements, the quality of deliverables, project costs, task scope control, management reporting requirements and data accuracy/timeliness.
