Design Associate I

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC); Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture and engineering firm in Augusta, GA is seeking a Design Associate to support ongoing projects. The role involves all stages of design and construction, assisting project managers. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of relevant experience, proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD and other design software, and the ability to meet multiple deadlines effectively. Join a company that values community and collaboration while creating impactful designs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical and construction document production experience preferred.
• Understanding of building codes, construction methods, building systems, and engineering systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD.
• Meet and accommodate deadlines on multiple projects.
• Document as-built conditions in existing structures.

Skills

Autodesk AutoCAD

Adobe Products/Bluebeam

Autodesk Revit

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent

Job description

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is one of the largest privately held architecture and engineering firms in the Southeast, with offices located throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee.

GMC has an opening for a Design Associate to support on‑going projects in our Augusta, GA office. The Designer will be involved in all stages of design and construction and will assist project managers in producing documents and managing the projects. Applicants should be well organized, able to work within a design system, demonstrate problem‑solving ability, and be good communicators willing and able to network with outside consultants and AHJs to help drive the project.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Adobe Products/Bluebeam
• Must be able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit is a plus
• Experience with architecture, engineering or construction drawings
• Ability to think in a 3D environment
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word and Excel required
• Ability to effectively meet and accommodate deadlines on multiple projects
• Ability to document as‑built conditions in existing structures
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent from an accredited college preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years of technical and construction document production experience – retail experience preferred
• Understanding of building codes, construction methods, building systems, and engineering systems
• Working knowledge and practice skills of architectural product systems
• Working knowledge of A&E work standards, processes, and policies
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines and prioritize assignments
• Understanding of the tasks associated with the preparation of construction documents

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

About GMC

We are a regional firm with national experience located in 28 offices throughout the southeastern United States. We believe in community, collaboration, and using the power of creativity and hard work to make a difference. Whether designing schools, parks, hospitals and other commercial developments, or providing clean water, safe streets and restoring resilient environments, GMC takes great pride in serving our communities through the transformative work we do. Every project is guided by the foundational concept that communities are built by people, not companies, and we strive to serve our communities with quality, integrity, creativity and care. One of the South‑East’s most comprehensive multi‑disciplinary firms, GMC is equipped to provide all of the services associated with architecture, interior design, civil engineering, environmental services, landscape architecture, planning, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, electrical engineering, surveying and disaster recovery.