Overview

Design Associate - Education

Cordoba is seeking Design Associate. The ideal candidate will be participating and supporting in the administration of the restacking plan, including reviewing related documents, providing responses to Requests for Clarifications, and preparing drawings for alterations. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 5 years full-time paid professional experience working in a large commercial, public agency or school facilities.

Responsibilities

• Determines space needs in terms of anticipated operational requirements, making projections and recommendations for long-range planning or alterations
• Participates and supports in the administration of the restacking plan, including reviewing related documents, providing responses to Requests for Clarifications, and preparing drawings for alterations.
• Creates scope of work and develops architectural design options using CAD and 3D software for presentation and approval.
• Creates drawings, specifications, and estimates for building alterations and equipment installations based on space requirements and department functions.
• Provides analysis and conducts field surveys and research about planning and design development.
• Prepares applications and submits to various agencies for approvals. Prepares design packets and reports with executive staff.
• Prepare complex architectural drawings, construction details, and alteration improvement and addition to existing structure.
• Provide code analysis as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• A minimum of three (5) years full-time paid professional experience working in a largecommercial, public agency or school facilities that require the use of at least AutoCAD andone (1) 3D design software e.g. SketchUp.
• Experience performing architectural design and coordinating drafting with drafting technicians,conducting surveys and field investigations, and reviewing drawings submitted by vendors andcontractors.
• Ability to analyze architectural problems related to assigned projects and makingrecommendations for the solution of problems of major office space utilizations, equipmentand optimizing space allocations.
• Ability to interpret codes and possess knowledge of the California Department of Education,American Disability Act and various building codes.

Required Education:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Architecture orEngineering

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of architectural characteristics of building materials
• Knowledge of building codes related to schools, large commercial and governmental construction
• Ability to interpret codes for California dept. of Education, ADA and Building & Safety, and Fire codes.
• Candidates shall be proficient in creating architectural design options, space planning, and construction document details.
• Concept, schematic, design development, and materials specifications
• Construction and building codes related to school, large commercial or government construction.
• Design principles and aesthetics
• Major computer-aided software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp etc.
• 100 percent onsite
• Salary Range: $110k to $120k per year.

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. We specialize in education and facilities, transportation, and water and energy. In collaboration with our clients, Cordoba has facilitated the development of several complex and highly visible infrastructure projects throughout California.Our efforts have resulted in national recognition from Engineering News-Record as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm”. We are proud to share that ENR has also recently recognized Cordoba in 2018 as a “top 100 design firm” in California. Cordoba's business model has been commended for its efficiency, encouraging work dynamic, and its multifaceted approach toward projects. Many of our professionals have received praise in the media as leaders in their field of expertise.We have established a statewide presence throughout California. Headquartered in Los Angeles, we also have offices located in San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, and San Diego.Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.Cordoba Corporation expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.If you need special assistance or accommodation, please contact Cordoba Corporations HR Department at: (213)895-0224.