What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Associate position at RAND Engineering & Architecture, DPC?
Founded in 1987, RAND Engineering & Architecture, DPC is an employee-owned 115 person Manhattan-based firm that designs, specifies, and administers restoration, upgrade, and adaptive re-use programs on behalf of owners, managers, and co-op and condo boards.
We are currently seeking a draftsperson for our Structural department. Candidate should be self-motivated, energetic, organized and a team player.
Life at RAND
As an employee-owned business, at RAND, we believe great work starts with great people—and we take care of ours.
Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both professionally and personally, including:
We’ve been named one of Crain’s New York Business Top 100 Places to Work in NYC 14 times (including 2025).
Come see why.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
55,000 - 65,000 USD per year(Office)
We are currently seeking a draftsperson for our Structural department. Candidate should be self-motivated, energetic, organized and a team player.
Life at RAND
As an employee-owned business, at RAND, we believe great work starts with great people—and we take care of ours.
Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both professionally and personally, including:
- Medical, dental, and company-sponsored vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match to invest in your future
- Long-term disability and life insurance
- Transit and parking benefits for easy commuting
- On-site exercise room and wellness perks like yoga classes
- Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
- Employee referral incentives
- A RAND Certified Project Management Program
- A vibrant culture with team events, celebrations, and yes—great holiday parties
We’ve been named one of Crain’s New York Business Top 100 Places to Work in NYC 14 times (including 2025).
Come see why.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Develop a comprehensive scope of work and associated budget
- Analyze plans, diagrams, probes and field notes, as well as observe and make notes on material processing, in an effort to determine material and material processing specifications for construction activities
- Write technical descriptions specifying material characteristics, properties and performance
- Prepare detail lists, draw sketches and arrange for finished drawings and/or photographs to illustrate specified materials and/or assembly sequence
- Perform and assist with field work to obtain site specific information and coordinate with manufacturers
- Develop and coordinate the bid package suitable for bid solicitation
- Liaison between the RAND Project Manager and different team members to obtain all necessary information to compile bid documents
- Prepare and/or review addenda, change orders and other contract documents associated with the bid package
- Review submittals and material substitutions
- Maintain digital and physical material/sample library
- Bachelor or Master of Architecture or equivalent
- Bachelor or Master of Civil Engineering or equivalent
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to work well under pressure, juggle and prioritize multiple projects and adjust work accordingly, often against tight deadlines. Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to interact with team members including, external client organizations and vendors.
- Pursuing professional certifications or licensure a plus.
- Positive attitude with proven proficiency working collaboratively within a team setting.
- Strong work ethic, ability to work efficiently and with accuracy, takes responsibility for own work.
- Self-motivated individuals capable of assuming increasing responsibility for both current and future projects, and who are interested in growing with the firm.
55,000 - 65,000 USD per year(Office)