Job Description
Join the TAIT Team !
About TAIT
We are the leader in improving civilization through the design and development of our physical environment. We are a consistent leader in the most high-profile projects and markets throughout the Western United States. Projects may include master-planned communities, innovative hospitality, mixed-use/ urban infill, industrial distribution centers, transportation networks, regional and national utility providers, and public works agencies. TAIT is a family company and continues to grow since 1964.
We want talented, motivated, and technically driven individuals who want to join a company with excellent opportunities for career growth and development. We provide a variety of training opportunities, top tier benefits, work-life balance & the flexibility life needs, and an unbeatable friendly, professional, positive work environment. TAIT has been ranked a Top Workplace since 2016, join an amazing team!
Position Description
This position is in the Santa Ana, CA office, working under the direction of the Project Manager. The Architectural CAD Designer takes direction from Project Managers and Job Captains to coordinate project information and to help develop schematic drawings, design development drawings, and full architectural construction documents. This position should have experience making revisions to drawings based on “redline” comments, drawing site plans, reviewing and addressing jurisdictional comments and creating building sections, details, and elevations. The ideal candidate will have experience producing construction documents in the retail and commercial industries, and restaurant design experience is a plus.
This position would excel with someone that is versatile, innovative, and passionate about design. The position works in a fast-paced, fun, rewarding environment. Applicants should be self-motivated and product driven, with the ability to collaborate with the overall team to meet deadlines. Attention to detail, organization, and ability to follow CAD standards are essential.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Making revisions to drawings based on “redline” comments, drawing site plans, and creating building sections, details, and elevations;
- Prior use of AutoCAD drafting software is required; use of Autodesk REVIT, SketchUp, Photoshop, and Microsoft Project to complete assignments;
- Attention to detail, organization, and ability to follow CAD standards are essential;
- Assist in preparing construction documents with direction from Project Managers/Job Captains;
- Assist in the preparation/coordination of entitlement packages;
- Assist with construction administration duties including RFI’s, submittals,
- Full-time drafting experience in a professional setting is desired.
- Experience with site planning, producing floor plans, and drafting architectural renderings.
Minimum Education and Skills Experience
- Ideal candidate will have 3 – 5 years’ experience producing construction documents in the retail and commercial industries, and restaurant design experience is a plus;
- 2-3 years minimum experience using CAD for architectural design projects;
- Knowledge of code and building systems;
- Proficiency using AutoCAD (recent release);
- Working knowledge of graphics software, specifically SketchUp and Photoshop; proficiency in Revit a plus;
- Skilled at multitasking and working in a team environment; current experience in CA projects.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and work at a desk in an office environment for extended periods of time;
- Ability to drive a vehicle to job sites/ client meetings and/or plan submittals as required;
- Ability to occasionally lift, carry and move plan sets that range in weight from 1lb – 20lbs with cart assistance.
Salary and Benefits
Salary range for position: $45,000/yr - $65,000/yr
Benefits:
TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation & benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT’s core value is it’s culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work & life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:
- Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
- Dental Plans with little to no deductible
- Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Dependent Care & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays and sick time.
- Annual memberships with Strava or Headspace for additional health & wellness benefits
- Maternity & Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
- Support for professional growth & development
- Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)
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TAIT is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.
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