Designer / Project Manager

Reports to: Vice President / President

Summary

DJCA Cornerstone PLLC is seeking an experienced Designer / Project Manager to support our architects in preparing construction documents, including layouts, detail drawings, assembly drawings, sketches, and diagrams with all views, dimensions, and technical information needed for construction. You'll coordinate Revit and CAD work on the team and carry projects from design development through construction, making day-to-day decisions and bringing select questions to the architect or supervisor.

Design & Documentation

• Prepare presentation drawings and similar materials, including design and drawing of layouts for proposed architectural plan options
• Prepare Revit-based construction documents and specifications, including tables and schedules, and update drawings and designs
• Make drawing changes as directed by the architect: redline corrections and updates to project specifications and notes during design development
• Support revisions, supplemental design information, and drawing development on active projects
• Make the final sketch of proposed drawings, checking dimensions, materials, how the parts relate to one another, and how they relate to the overall structure
• Review building and municipal code for projects
• Review product submissions, shop drawings, work scopes, and estimates; consult with drafters, architects, engineers, and clients to check designs and verify that specifications and design data are correct

Project Coordination

• Coordinate with project team members, clients, vendors, and professionals
• Manage project communications and action lists
• Manage specific pieces of larger projects, such as FF&E and other contracts
• Review and track submittals, RFIs, responses, and approvals
• Coordinate, participate in, and/or lead project meetings
• Assist with local, state, and federal permitting to ensure all permits are secured

Field Work

• Perform on-site inspections for quality of work and materials, conformity with plans and specifications, code compliance, site safety, and construction progress
• Field verify, photograph, measure, and document existing conditions
• Maintain observation logs covering work progress, methods, contractors on site, weather, and photos
• Support weekly project updates with progress photos

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Drafting, or Design, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience in architectural design and preparation of construction documents
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit, Microsoft Office, and MS Project
• Solid understanding of drafting techniques, construction terminology, building code, and building construction and associated systems
• Good design, technical, and organizational skills
• Strong leadership, client service, and communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects, work independently with sound judgment, and collaborate with a team
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to complete basic math calculations
• Ability to perform field verification work
• Valid New York State driver's license and own transportation
• Military experience welcome

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Mix of office and job site work, including walking uneven terrain and occasionally climbing or crawling through constructed spaces alongside inspectors
• Occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of 25-50 lbs
• Occasional exposure to inclement weather for more than an hour at a time
• Extended computer work; occasional travel and irregular hours around deadlines

To apply, please include a résumé and 2-3 examples of construction documents or drawings you've prepared.

DJCA Cornerstone PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.