Architectural Solutions Designer — Commercial Interiors

Officeworks Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Officeworks Inc. in Chicago seeks a skilled CAD designer to develop shop drawings, hardware packages, and project specifications for Teknion Wall products. You will collaborate with Sales, PMs, and coordinators to ensure plans meet client expectations and quality standards.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and PlanGrid is required; Teknion knowledge is a plus. This role demands meticulous documentation, effective communication, and the ability to manage revisions and changes across fast-paced projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of related experience required.
• Teknion product knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend client meetings as requested by Sales or PM, present plans and information to customers for review & approval.
• Develop shop drawings for client/architect approval and sign off.
• Develop hardware package for client sign off.
• Develop project specification and reviews against plan; gets BOM order entry ready, and spec checks before order.
• Manage changes and revisions.
• Upload current working version of plan with dimensions to PlanGrid for site surveyor.
• Utilize PlanGrid to calculate ceiling heights and ensure all dimensions are aligned from site to drawing.
• Develop installation package.
• Assist PM with punch list as needed.
• Provide list pricing for projects and change orders.
• Maintain detailed and extensive project documentation, including records of all key decisions, phone conversations, approvals, sign offs, and notes from all project meetings.
• Communicate regularly with PM, Sales, and Director on project status, issues & concerns in regards to overall design or schedule.
• Assist with maintaining a project log which includes any change orders and back charges along with general project information. All critical information must be kept on the network.
• Prompt, reliable and regular attendance.

Skills

AutoCAD

PlanGrid

G Suite

Excellent communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

PlanGrid

CET Designer

Teknion Storyboard

Job description

Officeworks Inc. in Chicago seeks a skilled CAD designer to develop shop drawings, hardware packages, and project specifications for Teknion Wall products. You will collaborate with Sales, PMs, and coordinators to ensure plans meet client expectations and quality standards.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and PlanGrid is required; Teknion knowledge is a plus. This role demands meticulous documentation, effective communication, and the ability to manage revisions and changes across fast-paced projects.