DSLD Homes is Hiring a Draftsperson - Baton Rouge, LA Near Baton Rouge, LA
Draftsperson (Full-Time) - Baton Rouge, LA
Days and hours of work are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
JOB OVERVIEW
DSLD Homes, LLC is seeking a full-time Architectural CAD Draftsperson. The ideal candidate possesses proficiency in residential drafting, detailed knowledge of residential construction practices, and the ability to translate schematic designs into finished working drawings.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Design plans for new models
Interpret and implement building code changes
Update existing plans to reflect feature and specification changes, with an emphasis on value engineering and office-related cost variance reduction
Communicate any substantial plan changes to Design Department Manager
Specify materials, trims, fixtures, and construction assemblies (floor joist, floor sheathing, roof deck layouts, etc.)
Prepare inked floor plans for sales brochures
Oversee the production of construction drawings and make sure they are fully coordinated with structural calculations, and that structural drawings are sealed and signed
Solicit trade contractor input to enhance value engineering of floor plans and construction drawings
Determine, based on input, if homes’ energy-efficiency, cost-effectiveness, construction methods, quality, etc., can be improved
Field Walks with plans department and field personnel to ensure accuracy of plans
Perform other duties as assigned by the Design Department Manager
Produce new architectural working drawings and related documents from conceptual sketches
Modify and maintain existing construction drawings
Fitting house plans footprints on each lot within a subdivision
Create colored renderings in Photoshop for home sales brochures
JOB REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a construction environment with AutoCad/AutoCad Architecture
Experience with Adobe Photoshop strongly preferred
Demonstrated blend of creative and analytical skills
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work in a team environment, coordinating and consulting with others to design, lay out and/or detail plan
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize
COMPENSATION
Salary is based on experience
BENEFITS
DSLD Homes offers a benefits package for full-time employees that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer match, long term disability, life insurance, paid vacation
Please visit www.dsldhomes.com for more information