Design Associate – Los Angeles, CA

About the role

Join a collaborative team supporting one of the nation's largest community college capital improvement programs. As a Design Associate, you will play an integral role in supporting the planning, design, and construction of educational facility projects. Working alongside architects, engineers, planners, and project teams, you'll help ensure projects are delivered in compliance with District standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices while contributing to facilities that positively impact students and communities.

Responsibilities

• Support Planning and Development staff in the planning, design, and construction of educational facility projects.
• Aid in the administration of architectural and engineering contracts and related consultant services.
• Read, interpret, and review architectural, engineering, and planning drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Review plans and design documentation for compliance with District standards and applicable federal, state, and local codes.
• Prepare reports, studies, presentations, and project research.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize technical data to support project planning and decision-making.
• Maintain and update project files, records, and technical documentation.
• Prepare and review internal documentation, including architectural and engineering contracts, consultant invoices, and related project approvals.
• Collaborate with District departments, including Environmental Health and Safety, A/E Design Services, Maintenance and Operations, Furniture & Interiors, Project Execution, and Local Districts.
• Participate in field investigations, surveys, and project coordination meetings as required.
• Afford support community outreach and engagement activities related to District building projects.
• Assist project teams in resolving design-related issues and coordinating multidisciplinary project activities.
• Perform other design and planning support duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of full-time professional experience in an architecture, engineering, or planning environment.
• Three (3) years of experience supporting the planning, design, or construction of educational facilities or similar public agency projects.
• Experience coordinating architectural, engineering, and planning disciplines.
• Experience conducting field investigations, surveys, and reviewing design documents.
• Knowledge of architectural, engineering, and planning terminology, concepts, symbols, and technical detailing.
• Familiarity with research methods, planning studies, surveys, and data collection techniques.
• Knowledge of California Department of Education requirements, Division of the State Architect (DSA), California Building Code, ADA, Title 24, CalGreen, fire codes, and related regulations.
• Ability to analyze architectural, engineering, and planning issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Ability to interpret federal, state, and local building codes applicable to educational facilities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to compile, interpret, and summarize technical information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Experience using computer databases and related software applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Engineering, Planning, or a closely related field.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Experience using computer databases and related software applications.

Benefits

CMTS offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, 401(k), paid time off, professional development opportunities, and career advancement pathways.

Pay

$143,000.00 – $151,000.00 annually

Schedule

Full-Time

Location

Los Angeles, CA