ASSISTANT ARCHITECT

CK East Development Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented architectural draftsman to join their innovative design team. In this role, you will create precise technical drawings for various structures, ensuring compliance with building codes and specifications. Your expertise in CAD software will be essential in generating 3-D models that bring architectural visions to life. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with architects and engineers, contributing to projects that shape the future of urban living. If you are passionate about design and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum diploma or certification in architectural drafting or similar.
• 2-3 years of experience as an Assistant Architect or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Creating technical drawings from architects' sketches and specifications.
• Collaborating with architects and engineers to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Managing project schedules, budgets, and documentation.

Skills

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Sketching and Design Fundamentals

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Diploma in Architectural Drafting

Certification in Architectural Drafting

Tools

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

3D CAD Software

Job description

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We are looking for a detail-oriented architectural draftsman to join our architectural design team. You will be creating technical drawings for homes, commercial buildings, and other structures from architects' sketches, incorporating exact measurements and codes, and entering data to generate 3-D design models. To be successful as an architectural draftsman, you should possess solid knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) software and the ability to apply the fundamentals of sketching and design. A top-notch architectural draftsman will be someone whose drafting expertise contributes to structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing architectural designs.

Responsibilities:

1. Analyzing building specifications, codes, and sites.
2. Creating technical drawings from architects' sketches and specifications.
3. Using CAD software to create drawings that incorporate exact measurements, calculations, building codes, and other construction details.
4. Printing CAD drawing schematics for use by architects, construction managers, and structural and maintenance engineers.
5. Entering CAD data into building information modeling (BIM) systems to create 3-D models and renderings.
6. Preparing drawings, charts, and records with CAD equipment and conventional drafting techniques.
7. Visiting construction sites to perform measurements and calculate dimensions as needed.
8. Collaborating with architects and construction engineers to ensure adherence to building specifications and industry regulations.
9. Keeping abreast of the latest developments and technologies in architectural design.

To assist in overall planning, implementation, and execution of projects to ensure successful completion of the projects.

Assist the project department to monitor project to complete the assigned projects in a timely manner and within budget allocated.

Documenting and following up on important actions and decisions from meetings.

Preparing necessary presentation materials for meetings.

Manage schedules, budgets, assets, and overall project organization to ensure requirements and project deliverables dates are clearly communicated, understood, and executed upon

Manage resource assignments to the project, and proactively identify resource challenges

Ensuring projects adhere to frameworks and all documentation is maintained appropriately for each project.

Recap and create debriefs for every completed project; facilitate discussions on lessons learned and new knowledge gained; document properly and share

Requirements:

• Minimum diploma or certification program in architectural drafting or similar.
• Proficient in English, Malay & Mandarin. We are seeking candidates proficient in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.
• 2-3 years of experience working as an Assistant Architect or in a similar role
• Advanced proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) (3D) software.
• In-depth knowledge of building design, specifications, codes, and structural analysis.
• Ability to apply the fundamentals of sketching and design.
• Mathematical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Great analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.

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CK East humbly began as a property developer and construction company with its first major project involving earthworks and infrastructure development for condominiums in the Setapak suburb of Kuala Lumpur. The project was completed successfully in just under 15 months. Our hard work, perseverance, and your continued support elevated us to be a multi-award-winning, integrated developer cum construction company. Having completed over 40 projects, including those from high-profile clients, we continue to strive for perfection in every aspect of our work. Our organization emphasizes a finer level of detail on a micro-level, as evidenced by our various interior design projects, positioning us as a comprehensive builder for most types of residential and commercial projects.

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