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NELSON Worldwide

Technical Designer III - Retail

NELSON Worldwide, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208

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Location: Cincinnati, OH

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Technical Designer III

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Retail Practice . The Technical Designer III 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.

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

Contribute to developing fee proposals

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 carry out 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

7+ years of relevant industry experience

Highly proficient in both Revit and AutoCAD

Familiarity with Photoshop and/or InDesign preferred

Must be deadline-oriented

Strong attention to detail

National salary range: $60,000 – $90,000 (compensation factors are based upon years of relevant experience, qualifications/licensure, education, and location.) Additional compensation includes bonuses and benefits. Bonuses can include but are not limited to: Long Term Incentive Plan, Short Term Incentive Plan, Profit Sharing

Benefits of NELSON

401(K) plan with company match

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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