Details
Posted: 27-May-22
Location: Stockton, CA
Type: Full Time
Salary: Based on Experience
Categories:
Architect
Designer
Employee Classification: Full-time, Salaried, Exempt – Salary Competitive DOQ
Position Reports to: Principal Architect or Design Manager
Send Resume to: Chris Brown, Chief Operating Officer: cbrown@dcaaia.com
Home Office: Stockton Office and San Jose Office
The Position:
Derivi Castellanos Architects is seeking a talented Senior Drafter or Job Captain to join our growing practice. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, this position offers potential upward mobility for the right candidate.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, or as-needed to meet workflow and project deadlines, with occasional night meetings and occasional travel.
Firm Profile: please see bottom of document
Abilities and Responsibilities:
- Ability to create documents in AutoCAD/Revit to construct a building or remodel of a building
- Knowledge of system engineering related to architectural documents, such as Civil, MEP and structural
- Ability to complete a set of architectural documents in AutoCAD/Revit
- Ability to review and provide direction to a Team on how to correct work prior to being distributed
- Ability to take written and verbal direction in development of architectural documents; through mark-ups, sketches and review of existing information to develop DD’s, CD’s, Details, Exhibits, etc.
- Ability to create and edit supporting architectural documents, such as Specifications, Spreadsheets, Transmittals, Reports, Schedules, etc.
- Ability to interact with engineering consultants such as Civil, MEP, Structural, etc.
- Ability to survey existing conditions; taking accurate and legible field dimensions, measurements and notes of existing conditions
- Ability to conduct jobsite observations and communicate coordination items during Construction Administration
Desirable Skills and Experience, but not required:
- Revit Skills; minimum of 2 years preferred
- Sketch-up skills; minimum of 2 years preferred
- Degree in Architecture
- Started/Completed NCARB’s ARX Program or taking Licensing Exams
- Drafting experience with an Architectural Firm
- Knowledge of School Construction
- Knowledge of Steel and Wood Construction
- Knowledge of Quality Control/Assurance Methods
Compensation Package:
- Competitive base salary, DOQ
- 401(k) with Safe Harbor and Profit Sharing
- Performance bonuses
- Healthcare and dental
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Professional Development Allowance
- Professional Registration/Associations Allowance
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- AutoCAD and Revit Skills
- College Level schooling in Drafting, Design, Architecture; minimum of 3 years; or Drafter in Construction and or Manufacturing; minimum 5-7 years
- Construction Administration experience or Construction/Manufacturing experience
- Excel and Word Proficient
- Experience with DSA preferred, but not required
About Derivi Castellanos Architects (DCA):
DCA is a very successful and growing mid-sized architecture firm with offices in San Jose and Stockton CA. With a forty-year history and a focus towards the Education Sector, DCA primarily does projects for K-12’s, Community Colleges and Universities. We hire Architects, Project Managers, Designers, Drafters, Engineers, as well as Administrative and Project support staff. We are always on the lookout for top talent and welcome your interest in our firm.
As a firm, we truly believe the most important part of the company is our dedicated team of talented professionals. Our team is what enables us to grow and serve our clients to the highest degree possible. We also believe in helping our team members to grow professionally as much as possible. We focus on the importance of individual Professional Development Plans, as well as providing professional mentoring, funding, and time away from the office to pursue activities that help our team members pursue professional growth opportunities.
In addition to offering competitive compensation and medical/dental insurance, DCA also provides a 401K Safe Harbor Plan, Annual 401K Profit Sharing, as well as Performance Bonuses. We believe the success of our company should be shared with the team that makes it all possible.
DCA is also a firm that believes in a work/life balance. We believe that it’s important to strike a healthy balance between serving our clients and our staff having time with their friends and family. Work is important, but only if balanced with a healthy and fulfilling life as well.
If you are interested in learning more about DCA, or would like to send us your resume, please contact our Chris Brown, Chief Operating Officer, at 209.462.2873 x104, cbrown@dcaaia.com, or visit our website at dcaaia.com to learn more.
