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Vanir Construction Management

Design Associate

Vanir Construction Management, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Design Associate

Job Locations

US-CA-Los Angeles

Job ID

2024-4677

Category

Architecture / Design

Type

Full-Time

About Vanir

Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets.Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Determines space needs in terms of anticipated operational requirements, making projectionsand recommendations for long-range planning or alterations

Participates and supports in the administration of the restacking plan, including reviewingrelated documents, providing responses to Requests for Clarifications, and preparing drawingsfor alterations.Creates scope of work and develops architectural design options using CAD and 3D softwarefor presentation and approval.Creates drawings, specifications, and estimates for building alterations and equipmentinstallations based on space requirements and department functions.Provides analysis and conducts field surveys and research about planning and designdevelopment.Prepares applications and submits to various agencies for approvals. Prepares design packetsand reports with executive staff.Prepare complex architectural drawings, construction details, and alteration improvement andaddition to existing structure.Provide code analysis as needed.Performs other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in Architecture orEngineeringA minimum of five (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. SketchUpExperience performing architectural design and coordinating drafting with drafting technicians,conducting surveys and field investigations, and reviewing drawings submitted by vendors andcontractorsAbility to analyze architectural problems related to assigned projects and makingrecommendations for the solution of problems of major office space utilizations, equipmentand optimizing space allocationsAbility to interpret codes and possess knowledge of the California Department of Education,American Disability Act and various building codesKnowledge of architectural characteristics of building materialsKnowledge of building codes related to schools, large commercial and governmentalconstructionAbility to interpret codes for California dept. of Education, ADA and Building & Safety, andFire codes.Candidates shall be proficient in creating architectural design options, space planning, andconstruction document detailsConcept, schematic, design development, and materials specificationsConstruction and building codes related to school, large commercial or governmentconstructionDesign principles and aestheticsMajor computer-aided software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp etc.Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The Salary range for this position is $95,000-$112,500.BenefitsVanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.How to Apply

If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com.VEVRAA Federal ContractorRequest Priority Protected Veteran ReferralsEOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/DisabledContact Email: careers@vanir.comPersons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations.We Participate in E-VerifyPursuant to the Ban The Box Act/Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.#LI-SF1#li-onsite