Prepares complex drawings for the changes, improvements, and additions to existing office configurations to comply with design criteria.
Confers and coordinates with administrative and operating staff regarding function, scope and operational requirements of proposed space allocations
Reviews change requests or alterations in existing sites; gathers pertinent information regarding space utilizations needed for space layouts and justifications.
Check architectural plans, designs, and details.
Determines space needs in terms of anticipated operations requirements, making projections and recommendations for long range planning or alterations.
Participates and supports in the administration of the restacking plan, including reviewing related documents, providing responses to Request for Clarifications and preparing drawings for alterations.
Prepares drawings, specifications, and estimates for building alterations and equipment installations based on space requirements and department functions. Ensures design and alterations are withing scope and budget as provided.
Provides analysis, conducts field surveys and research with regard to planning and design development.
Prepares applications and submits to various agencies for approvals. Prepares design packets and reports with executive staff.
Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
Required Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years full time paid professional experience working in a large commercial, public agency or school facilities that require the use of at least AutoCAD and other design software.
Experience performing architectural design and coordinating drafting with drafting technicians, conducting surveys and field investigations, and reviewing drawings submitted by vendors and contractors.
Ability to analyze architectural problems related to assigned project and making recommendations for the solution of problems of major office space utilizations, equipment and optimizing space allocations.
Ability to interpret codes and possess knowledge of the California Department of Education, American Disability Act and various building codes.
Required Education:
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture and engineering.
Knowledge/Skills
Candidates shall be proficient in architectural designing, space planning and configuration, detailing and drafting protocols.
Concept, schematic, design development and materials specifications
Construction and building codes related to school, large commercial or government construction
