Project Designer

CBRE; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Disability benefit program

401k company matching

Paid time off and holidays

Company paid life insurance

Pet insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Project Designer to produce clear design documentation for Building Management Control Systems, focusing on HVAC controls, based on project specs and drawings. You will create riser diagrams, panels layouts, wiring diagrams, and submittals, ensuring compliance and safety.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of related experience, an associate degree in Mechanical Design Technology or HVAC/R, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of job-related experience or equivalent
• Associate degree in Mechanical Design Technology or related field; Bachelor's preferred
• Ability to read and interpret HVAC/R and process drawings and schematics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of CAD drawing concepts and basic drawing layout

Responsibilities

• Create riser diagrams, flow diagrams, material lists, sequences of operations, panel layouts, termination details and equipment schedules.
• Create cable pull drawings.
• Create submittals and O&M manuals.
• Perform basic electrical calculations to ensure system operation and safety.
• Perform sizing calculations for control valves and dampers.
• Select components based on availability, project estimate, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead by example and model CBRE RISE values.
• Work within standardized procedures and practices to meet deadlines.

Skills

HVAC design understanding

Reading drawings

Analytical problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Mechanical Design Technology

Bachelor's Degree in HVAC/R

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD-LT

Visio

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

About the Role:

As a CBRE Project Designer, you will provide clear, accurate, and concise design documentation for installation of Building Management Control Systems, typically focused on HVAC controls, based on project specifications, mechanical drawings, and/or sales documentation.

What You’ll Do:

• Create riser diagrams, flow diagrams, material lists, sequence of operations, panel layouts, termination details and equipment schedules.
• Create cable pull drawings.
• Create submittals and O&M manuals.
• Perform basic electrical calculations to ensure system operation and safety.
• Perform sizing calculations for control valves and dampers.
• Select components based on availability, project estimate, job requirements, regulatory compliance and engineering standards.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
• Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 2-3 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design Technology or related field. Bachelor's Degree in HVAC/R or related field preferred.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents.
• Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
• Ability to read and understand HVAC/R and process mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams schematics, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
• Knowledge of general computer applications. Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Applications, Google Drive, Email, Team, Bluebeam experience is a plus.

Preferred:

• Well versed with HVAC application engineering, design, sequences of operation for electrical circuits and schematics. Must have working knowledge of standard trade industry practices.
• Knowledge of computer drafting applications with a thorough understanding of basic drawing, CAD layout and concepts. Microsoft Visio and/or AutoCAD-LT (2D drawings) experience is a plus.

CBRE Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
• Disability benefit program
• 401k company matching
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid parental leave

Why CBRE?

We invest in our employees’ development. The core of our strategy is the view that development happens through three key activities: on-the-job learning, coaching and formal training. We provide employees with resources that support them in developing skills to enhance performance in their current role as well as for future roles.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $70,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $75,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)