Offer summary

Qualifications:

Diploma and/or Degree in CAD Drafting or equivalent experience is mandatory., Minimum 5 years of experience in a drafting capacity at a structural engineering or architectural firm is required., Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD for 2D and 3D modeling is essential, with superuser status expected., Understanding of wood framing construction methods is an asset..

Key responsabilities:

Generate construction blueprints and technical details in Revit to support the Senior Building Designer.

Coordinate on-site measurements and client design requirements to create accurate floor and concept plans.

Perform 3D rendering, BIM modeling, and quality control reviews of building blueprints.

Assist in project management tasks and client meetings to ensure project flow and delivery.

Job description

This is a remote position.

Schedule:

40 hours per week (work days are to be identified but staff can work within the client's business hours from 9AM - 6PM PST with 1hr unpaid break)

Purpose of the Position

We are looking for a Revit superuser to support the Senior Building Designer by generating construction blueprints, technical detailing etc in Revit. You will address and review design restrictions and considerations to bringing designs to completion. The position will be 3D drafting focused and architectural design based to provide accurate floor plans and measures, concept design, construction detailing (Architectural detailing),

permit drawings, building wall assembly details, etc. Attention to detail is important. Desire to learn and improve drafting skills by themselves is of outmost importance. Majority of designs will be in standard North American residential wood framed construction. Familiarisation to these construction methods for accurate drafting will be important.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate remotely on-site measurements being taken by a third party for base plan creation
Coordinate plan creation by coordinating other professional or trade people such as surveyors, arborists, etc.
Coordinate client’s design requirements to assist the building designer and generate floor plans, concept plans, etc
Identify client’s governing criteria between Scope, Cost, and Time, and manage designs accordingly
Balanced client’s desire with code requirements and project feasibility
Perform 3D rendering, BIM modeling, and 2D drafting for architectural and structural blueprints (Revit primary, AutoCad secondary)
Perform structural and architectural technical detailing
Review building blueprints for quality control
Review/manage municipal bylaw requirements and integration within design
Become familiar with the most current BC Building Code. Integrate knowledge within designs
Perform various project-related administrative tasks
Coordinate client meetings when required
Manage project schedule on assigned projects
Assist main building designer in many forms to help project flow and delivery
Drive to and from client meetings, site visits, etc.
Perform project tasks assigned bythe Lead engineer or Director

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Understanding to read, create, and alter building plans
Create and alter building plans using computer based software Revit, AutoCad
Understanding of wood framing will be seen as an asset
Organize a number of tasks simultaneously; ability to multitask with ease using systems in place
Manages time and productivity for the benefit of the client
Superior customer service and communication to clients or colleagues
Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and sharepoint for project flow and file storage

Education and Experience

Diploma and/or Degree in CAD Drafting, equivalent experience will be considered (Mandatory)
Min. 5 years of experience working for a structural engineering firm or Professional Architectural firm in a drafting capacity (Mandatory)
Experience in reading, interpreting, creating, and altering existing or new building design plans will be seen as an asset (Mandatory)
Experience in computer design and building plan software (Revit, AutoCad 2D, 3D modeling, BIM) (Mandatory). Superuser status will be required.
Demonstration of Revit skills will be expected. Knowing the software inside out is required.

Work Conditions

Coordination via MS Teams daily for video call and screen share
Access to high speed internet mandatory
Main work computer to be PC (not Apple. Apple causes conflicts with synchronization in the cloud.)
The employee must have high speed internet and a PC computer able to run Revit
The candidate must have at a minimum a diploma in CAD drafting or equivalent