Construction Design Associate

Job Description

Aid Planning and Development staff by providing support services pertaining to the planning, design, and construction of educational facility projects.
Assist in performing routine procedural work related to management of Architectural-Engineering contracts and services, and in preparing studies and presentations.
Read and interpret architectural, engineering, and planning documents.
Collect and organize data for reports and presentations.
Aid in the preparation of reports and minor project research.
Update and maintain project files with technical information.
Review plans and design/construction documentation for compliance with applicable LAUSD standards and federal, state, and local codes.
Review and prepare internal documentation for completeness and approval by other District branches (i.e., A/E Contracts, A/E invoices, etc.).
Aid in coordinating project activities with other District organizational branches and departments (i.e., Office of Environmental Health and Safety, A/E Design Services, Maintenance and Operations, Furniture + Interiors Group, Project Execution, Local Districts, etc.) in support of design and construction administration functions.
Participate in community relations and outreach programs to create understanding and acceptance of District building projects within the community.

Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of full-time paid professional experience working in an architecture and design setting.
• Experience performing architectural, engineering, or planning design and coordination of design disciplines, conducting surveys and field investigations, and reviewing architectural, engineering, or planning drawings and documentation.
• Three (3) years of the above experience must be with the design, planning, and construction of educational facilities or a similar public agency.

Education

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or planning.

Knowledge/Skills

• Working knowledge of architectural, engineering, or planning terms, concepts, and symbols.
• Familiarity with architectural characteristics of building materials and technical detailing.
• Knowledge of research methods and techniques, including planning studies and surveys, determining variables, and developing sources of data.
• Basic record-keeping methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of computer databases and related equipment.
• Ability to analyze architectural/engineering/planning problems related to assigned educational facilities projects and recommend appropriate, feasible solutions.
• Working knowledge of California Department of Education and Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements, and applicable building, fire, and energy codes (i.e., ADA, CA Title 24, CalGreen, etc.).
• Ability to make detailed and accurate calculations and surveys.
• Ability to compile, interpret/analyze, and summarize data, and recognize the implications of complex documents.
• Ability to collaborate with other team members.
• Ability to multi-task.

Benefits

• The offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.
• The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $130,000.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retailment Plan (401k)
• 401k Matching
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term / Long Term Disability / Life