Project Designer

Description

• Collaborate with entire design team and project managers to prepare and develop detailed construction documents for projects including, but not limited to, demo and framing plans, mechanical and electrical layouts, interior and exterior elevations, structural plans including sections and details, and site plans/surveys.
• Assist department lead in developing department processes, best practices, and maintaining organization of project information and folders, including local and cloud based files and related conventions
• Lead design of multiple projects at a time under leadership and supervision of department and company management. Take conceptual designs through iteration processes with clients and consultants to arrive on a final design that works with the homeowner’s budget, style preferences, and feature requests.
• As requested, research design best practices and guidelines in order to keep department up-to-date with modern drafting technologies and practices
• Assist in the preparation of material take-offs and cost estimation.
• Lead initial site visits including measuring, photography, and existing structure redraws, as well as discussing project vision and scope. Coordinate and handle any intermediary site visits with clients when needed in order to gather additional structure information
• Make necessary revisions and modifications to drawings based on feedback from design team, management, and consultants to create quality and accurate final documents.
• Maintain and update drawing files, project documentation, selection information, and records.
• Manage extensive communication with clients and related professionals through in-person meetings, calls, and email correspondence. Ensure pertinent information is retained and organized or shared with client for feedback. Ensure client satisfaction
• Review and analyze architectural drawings, specifications, and other related documents to identify potential conflicts and design issues, including compliance with building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Develop systems for project development and pipelines to streamline efficiency and reduce information loss or design error. Create and modify templates as necessary for project design and client correspondence.
• Coordinate with other drafters, designers, engineers, and subcontractors to incorporate various design elements into the final plans.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members and clients in an orderly and timely fashion.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in preparing and reviewing drawings.
• Bachelors degree in Architecture/Design or a related field with some experience preferred
• Experience in Chief Architect, Bluebeam Revu, and Lumion Preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Designer/Draftsperson, preferably in the construction industry. Ideal candidate will provide portfolio of previous design project experience
• Strong technical knowledge of architectural drafting, building codes, and construction methods.
• Exceptionally organized and aware of moving project parts, communications, and design scope.
• Ability to interpret and understand architectural and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a team setting with fellow designers and drafters.

Benefits

• Work Hours: Flexible
• Pay Structure: Hourly (overtime available)
• Benefits: Health Insurance, Matching 401(k), Paid Time Off

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance