Vanir · 20 hours ago
Design Associate
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $106K/yr
5+ years expVanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management and real estate development. The Design Associate will be responsible for determining space needs, creating architectural design options, and preparing complex architectural drawings for various projects.
Building MaterialReal Estate
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
Qualification
Required
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering
A minimum of five (5) years' full-time paid professional experience working in a large commercial, public agency or school facilities that require the use of at least AutoCAD and one (1) 3D design software e.g. SketchUp
Experience in performing architectural design and coordinating drafting with drafting technicians, conducting surveys and field investigations, and reviewing drawings submitted by vendors and contractors
Ability to analyze architectural problems related to assigned projects and make recommendations for the solution of problems of major office space utilizations, equipment and optimizing space allocations
Ability to interpret codes and possess knowledge of the California Department of Education, American Disability Act and various building codes
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
Benefits
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)
Employee referral program
Company
Vanir
With a legacy spanning 60 years, Vanir has established itself as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM), as well as real estate development.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dorene Dominguez
Chairman & CEO
Masood Mesbah, PhD, PE
Chief Operating Officer
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