Technical Designer - Civic & Justice

NELSON Worldwide; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Technical Designer II/III to join their Civic & Justice Practice. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to create detailed architectural construction documents, ensuring compliance with building codes and client specifications. Your contributions will shape projects that serve the community, from courthouses to correctional facilities. This position offers a dynamic work environment that values innovation and collaboration, providing opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Join a team dedicated to impactful design and sustainable practices.

Benefits

Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities

Pet Insurance

Opportunities for career advancement

Paid time off and holiday pay

Paid parental leave

Flexible working schedules

Professional Development support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical design and construction documentation.
• Strong background in Civic and Justice building typologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute construction documents for various projects.
• Participate in design and construction phase activities.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Project management

Design techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

We are currently seeking a Technical Designer II / III to join the Civic & Justice Practice. The Technical Designer is responsible for developing, organizing, and executing the development of construction documents utilizing creativity, foresight, and judgment to meet project requirements and objectives through project completion. They will participate as a member of the project team in all aspects of preparing complete and comprehensive architectural construction drawings and specifications and coordinate the documents with project consultants and contractors.

Experience in Justice and Civic building typologies is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate has experience working on projects such as: Correction facilities, Jails, Prisons, Detention Centers, Courthouses, etc. Other preferred experience includes: municipalities, police and fire stations, city and county buildings, and other public works/public safety buildings.

Attributes to support the NELSON Culture: Guiding Principles

• Culture of Transformation:Act as a community to accelerate firm impact
• Dedicated to Progression:A 360 approach to innovation and design
• Enable Engagement:Storytelling that educates and inspires
• Design with Purpose:Sustainable form and function

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Participate in the design phase activities by providing expertise in detail development
• Participate in all construction phase activities
• Conduct existing conditions surveys and prepare architectural base plans, sections, elevations and details as appropriate to document relevant conditions
• Review applicable building and accessibility codes and develop a list of criteria to be reflected in the design documents
• Assist the design team by researching products and systems that accomplish the design intent
• Prepare construction documents including, but not limited to: demolition plans; partition plans; reflected ceiling plans; telephone/electric/data plans; finish plans; large scale details plans; sections and elevations; detail drawings for millwork and cabinetry; schedules for doors, frames, hardware, architectural finishes and partition types; and construction specifications for all material, finish and product selections
• Prepare bidding documents, general conditions and supplemental conditions that are part of the contract documents
• Review and process all shop drawing/sample submissions and consult with the Studio Manager, Project Manager, and Project Designer, as appropriate, to ensure that the design intent is being maintained
• Participate in the punch list process
• Lead, facilitate, and manage the overall design process for moderately complex projects independently and support larger complex projects under supervision
• Develop innovative design concepts which are practical, aesthetic, safe and conducive to intended purposes and function which is reflective of client goals and within project budget
• Selection and specification of materials, products, and architectural systems
• Assists Project Manager in sub-contracting or the coordination of sub-consultant’s work
• Lead the Construction Administration phase responding to RFI’s, CO’s, reviewing shop drawings and involved in the field site reviews
• Ensure project documentation is compliant with NELSON standard for all projects and processes
• Develops solutions to technical and design problems following established standards
• Prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings
• Provide research and compile data during project phases
• Prepare and modify interior architectural documents, elevations, sections, details, etc.
• Supports the team in collecting information for client assessment; may attend interviews, provide documentation support
• Conduct design charrettes and lead project team meetings
• Complete timesheet and expense reports accurately and on-time
• Assist with the schematic phases as directed (sketching, input of sketches, modification of schematic test fit plans, etc.).

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of expectations related to high-quality service to clients
• Advanced knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, materials application and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness; consistently share such knowledge with teammates
• Advanced knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Advanced knowledge of furniture, fixture and equipment (FF&E), architectural/interior finishes, lighting, art signage, color and materials to carryout design intent
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines
• Advanced understanding of building regulations, life safety codes and ADA requirements
• Advanced understanding of project budgets and schedules
• Advanced knowledge of design techniques, tools, and processes involved in production of Construction Documents
• Advanced knowledge of the construction process as it relates to the drawings being produced
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks as needed to complete within the identified time frame

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Drafting, or related field
• Highly proficient i n both Revit and AutoCAD
• Must be deadline-oriented
• Strong attention to detail
• Architectural experience in: Community, Civic, Justice, and Education is strongly preferred, with experience in the production of challenging technical drawings.
• Experience in Justice and Civic building typologies is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate has experience working on projects such as: Correction facilities, Jails, Prisons, Detention Centers, Courthouses, etc. Other preferred experience includes: municipalities, police and fire stations, city and county buildings, and other public works/public safety buildings.
• Familiarity with Photoshop and/or InDesign preferred

National salary range: $60,000 – $100,000 (5+ years experience). Additional compensation includes bonuses and benefits (compensation factors are based upon years of relevant experience, qualifications/licensure, education, and location.) Bonuses can include but are not limited to: Long Term Incentive Plan, Short Term Incentive Plan, Profit Sharing

• Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities
• Pet Insurance
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs
• Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization

NELSON and its related affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law.

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