Role Qualities
A successful candidate is organized, focused, and has an eye for design. This role requires the ability to self-motivate and work both independently and collaboratively, showing initiative and demonstrating an investment in learning the design discovery process and work-flow. A successful member of the Lewis Creek Builders team is kind, flexible, and dedicated to providing excellent service to our community.
Role Summary
The goal of the Design Associate is to support the design and development process. They are responsible for the timely and thorough execution of design development and preconstruction planning tasks as delegated to them by project team members. The Design Associate will learn the ins and outs of our process and systems. This role reports directly to the Director of Project Leadership and Development in collaboration with the Creative Director. This is a full-time or part-time position, expected to work primarily in the office, with time billed to clients as appropriate.
Principal Duties:
This role supports the project development and preconstruction process, into build, working under direction from the Design team to:
•Assist and initiate early project data assembly, including collaborating on as-built measurements and 3D model generation..
•Produce, update, and maintain standard project documents utilizing established tools and procedures.
•Contact vendors and subcontractors with requests for quotations, new orders, samples and product returns.
•Visit job sites to verify measurements, investigate conditions, and gather information on behalf of the project team.
•Draft and update agendas, contract documents, design documents, task lists, and worksheets to support the daily operations of the design and development teams.
•Research and propose materials and other solutions to project requirements. Will require the ability to speak effectively with vendors and subcontractors to gather information, understand it, and communicate it back to the project team.
•Communicate project needs, relay critical information, and document conversations with project stakeholders, such as clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
•Build an understanding of our projects, project workflows, and client needs.
•Assist in problem-solving and troubleshooting current tools and systems, working collaboratively to improve efficiency and accuracy of project development work.
•Diligently track and accurately record billable and non-billable time by project, activity, and time code.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
•Confidence and ability to empathize with clients and a commitment to client service.
•Intermediate to excellent computer literacy as well as a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Sheets.
•Familiarity with 3d modeling and design Software such as Chief Architect.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•Ability to work and communicate with a diverse group of people with different skills and backgrounds.
•Ability to see tasks through to completion with little oversight and to escalate questions and concerns to the appropriate team member as necessary.
•Confidence to effectively approach and communicate with senior team members to ensure smooth daily operations, and to anticipate administrative needs.
•A valid drivers license and a reliable vehicle.
Qualifications
•2+ years of relevant administrative, logistical, design, or construction experience preferred.
•Interest, exposure, or experience in the construction industry is beneficial but not required. A willingness to learn about common building terminology, materials, means and methods is essential to success in this role.
•This is an entry-level position and the opportunity to train the right candidate will be considered regardless of education or experience.
Compensation
Position is an hourly full-time position, working 40 hours Monday through Friday. Pay range is expected to be $18 to $26/hour, actual compensation commensurate with experience and the value offered to our team. We have a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance with an HRA, dental insurance, disability and life insurance, retirement contribution matching, and paid vacation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
•Professional development assistance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person