Detailed Job Description

This position will work closely with the client and internal project team to complete sets of project contract documents, interior finishes and materials including construction drawings, component and equipment schedules and specifications. This person will be highly organized and well-versed in the project design process to provide support in the development of all design and project phases.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and ensures accuracy of design construction documents.
• Coordinate directly with clients on the project requirements and design aesthetics
• Estimates hours, scope of work and prepares project-based work authorizations for review with Project Manager
• Reviews code requirements, city requirements and coordinates with Project Manager and Designer to implement and meet requirements.
• Working knowledge of exiting and ADA codes
• Working knowledge of navigating through the city
• Possesses working knowledge of the city for the plan check process
• Has diverse knowledge of interior architectural principles and practices, uses advanced techniques and is responsible for finish plans, specifications, and material approval
• Participates in the construction administration of project assignments including quality control

Communication and Collaboration

• Client focused, communication with attention to detail
• Clearly communicates and provides appropriate direction to General Contractor(s) and Subcontractor(s) regarding discrepancies in the field and collaborates with Project Manager to determine successful solutions.
• Communicates effectively with clients, actively striving to maintain a strong, positive relationship with each contact.
• Proactively works with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.
• Working knowledge of customer service and customer relationship management (CRM).
• May mentor a small team of designers on a project basis.

Process Development and Coordination

• Oversee the development of detailing required to convey the intent of the construction documents
• Monitor progress and quality of drawings
• Verify compliance with office standards.
• Coordinate changes and corrections with team members
• Maintain project files. Compile record file of drawings at project milestones. Document all communications with outside parties. Document and distribute all critical project information to appropriate team members and outside parties.
• Provides project team coordination for the finished plans, specification, and material selections required for construction.
• Coordinates work with other disciplines and consultants to meet overall project objectives.
• Conduct research, coordination, documentation, and submission of all plan check corrections with applicable city agencies and engineers.
• Coordinate vendors such as A/V, cabling, and security to correctly document required requirements in construction documents.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or Bachelor’s of Architecture (B.Arch) from college or university or 5 - 8 years progressive relevant experience and training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years of experience in corporate interiors preferred.
• Strong skills in Revit, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, SketchUp. 3DMax is a plus.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.