Designer III

Position Title: Designer III Reports To: Sr. Production Manager
Department: Production FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Designer III is under the direct stewardship of the Sr. Production Manager (Sr. PDM). The Designer III serves as the primary resource for time-intensive design and drawing/modeling tasks for producing construction documents. The Designer III operates in a fast-paced environment where a disciplined nature, resourcefulness, and attention to detail are critical. The Designer III position represents the highest level within the production designer career path and is expected to perform advanced drafting, design, and plan development responsibilities with minimal supervision. The individual will have the opportunity to be exposed to Product Development and to take an active part in the development and maintenance of process and procedures.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Drafting, Design, and Plan Development
  • Prepare Site Specific Construction Documents
  • Revise Construction Documents as directed
  • Adhere to Drafting Standards and job timelines
  • Participate in Plan Development as directed
  • Support the development, enhancement, and maintenance of drafting standards, modeling tools, templates, and production processes.
• Project Tracking and Communication
  • Maintain log of work performed
  • Effectively track time and job status to maintain efficient workflow
  • Efficient and Competent use of project tracking software
  • Communicate effectively with Associate. Production Lead, and Sr. Production Manager
  • Assist with prioritization of projects and workflows to increase efficiency
• Demonstrate accountability for the accuracy, quality, and completeness of assigned work products and construction documents.
• Use available resources efficiently and effectively
• Performs all other assigned duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 to 3 years of drafting experience
• Advanced Knowledge of AutoCAD/Revit/Applicable Discipline Specific software
• Advanced knowledge of construction document preparation.
• Advanced knowledge of residential construction techniques and applicable building code requirements.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft 365 software
• ERP software experience preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to think critically to complete design tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to take ownership of the production process and the resulting finished product
• Excellent organizational ability
• Strong attention to detail and ability to execute with a high level of accuracy
• Excel at meeting deadlines by utilizing good communication and prioritization skills
• Willing and helpful nature
• Ability to create and maintain productive relationships with other employees
• Proficiency in English Language, reading, spoken, and written

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

General Office Environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 25lbs.