What is PCI Design Group?

PCI Design Group, Inc. (PCI) is an affiliate of Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. We are a team of architects headquartered out of Columbus, Ohio, with a satellite office in Grand Rapids, Michigan. PCI has been in business since 1997 and has completed over 400 projects.

What do we do?

PCI specializes in multi-family housing projects for families and seniors. We focus on multiple types of projects, including new construction, historic renovations, rehabilitations, and retrofits. Building types include multi-story buildings, townhouses, and single-family homes. Our emphasis is on sustainable design, durability, and affordability. To learn more about our projects and Woda Cooper Companies, you can visit us online at www.pcidesigngroup.com and www.wodagroup.com.

What are the duties of a Job Captain?

• Able to follow office standards for AutoCAD/Revit and documents
• Working with X-Refing works and accurate drafting
• Editing drawings / Picking up red marks
• Working closely with the Job Captain / Project Manager / Project Architect
• Able to work with Construction Documents – Production Support
• Able to work with Application Documents – Production Support
• Working with drafting and software training
• Working with Wood-Frame and Prefabricated Truss Construction
• Work on / set up standalone enlarged kitchen/bath plans, unit plans, community plans, building plans, roof plans, reflected ceiling plans, finish plan drawings, interior elevations, interior cabinet details
• Set up plot sheets with CAD Sheet set manager,
• Participate in SD & DD
• Create, modify, and document accurate floor plans
• Design a typical 1BR, 2BR, and 3BR Unit under the direct supervision
• Rendering – 2D & 3D
• Review QAP document, general understanding of requirements for plans
• Work on / set up stand-alone exterior elevations, building sections, wall sections, details
• Modify wall sections/details to be able to create a new one
• Assessing and determining wall sections’ next steps
• Research and apply the accessibility code
• Day to day assistance with project CA, including preliminary review of shop drawings
• Able to assess how floor plan changes may impact accessibility and other drawings in the set; coordination with MEP for ceilings/bulkheads
• Review, understand and apply requirements related to units and building functions

What are the requirements for candidates?

• S. or B.A. in Architecture, BArch or MArch required.
• 2 years’ experience with architectural and engineering drawings.
• MUST demonstrate proficiency in using AutoCAD/Revit and Adobe Suite.

What additional characteristics would the ideal candidate have?

• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills.
• Well organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work well under pressure on multiple projects and adjust work accordingly.
• Capability to take direction.
• Resourceful – able to complete tasks and find solutions under supervision.
• Learning mindset.

What benefits are offered at PCI?

• Support of in-house and external continuing education opportunities.
• Competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Options.
• $25K Company-Paid Life Insurance policy.
• 401K option with company match.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program.
• Gym Membership Reimbursements.
• Paid time off, including eight paid holidays.