Drafting Manager

Description

• Develop and foster a team culture that is positive, collaborative and reflects a can-do attitude
• Ensure drafting staff are competent and knowledgeable with all software, IT systems, products, codes, standards and Policies applicable to the Drafting team
• Lead, motivate and performance manage all staff in your team to ensure maximum productivity from each team member
• Liaise with the Operations Manager to resolve any issues requiring the customer’s involvement or clarification
• Working collaboratively with Operations Manager to manage changes in forecasts, ensuring the customer needs are maintained
• Manage the production of drawings for Preliminary Contracts, Contracts, Variations and FC’s daily to ensure production within allowed timeframes, and in the event that jobs are not likely to be produced on time, ensure the relevant stakeholders are advised well ahead
• Lead and support the Drafting Team and remote resources to produce all drawings and plans, while ensuring these meet the set quality, quantity and time targets
• Liaise with the Operation Manager on workflow using applicable reports from the document control management system
• Collate information relating to errors and inconsistencies in master drawings to provide feedback on the accuracy; and
• Ensure that the relationships with all internal departments, external customers, suppliers, agents and contractors are maintained and improved.
• Provide support and solutions to the Sales teams to resolve design complications

Requirements

• Intermediate Microsoft Suite computer skills.
• Minimum of 10 years drafting experience, preferably within the volume residential building industry
• Highly developed communication and time management/prioritisation skills
• Ability to lead and support a cohesive team, while being able to provide professional and constructive feedback to customers and staff/peers
• Competent in the use of AutoCad/Revit, and Enscape is preferred
• Highly organised – ability to multi-task and deal with a variety of activities
• Formal qualification in Architecture or Architectural Drafting (Diploma of higher) as minimum requirement
• A thorough knowledge of building and planning regulations; and
• Minimum 3 years (management/supervisory) of people management in a fast paced, time critical customer-oriented environment

Benefits

• Perks that make a difference - Competitive salary, housing discounts, exclusive access to employee discounts (from homebuilding to big-name retailers)
• We invest in your well-being- Health programs, fitness initiatives, flu shots, and mental wellness support; and
• Stylish and fun environment Parkside Office
• Mentoring & career growth- Enjoy genuine opportunities for career progression within a supportive team
• 24/7 confidential support - Get access to LifeWorks for coaching, personal support, and work-life balance.
• Ongoing development - Access learning opportunities to help you grow and reach your full potential

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance