Designer

Overview of the Position

The purpose of the Designer position is to draw & manage project shop drawings from the beginning till Issued for Construction shop drawings to deliver the joinery with correct contract design intent, defect-free and on time to the highest standard.

The Designer is responsible for supporting the project team in establishing and maintaining a safe, effective, and productive production process. The Designer also has the responsibility to work with our subcontractor to deliver the best outcome the first time.

Key Responsibilities

The Designer has the following key responsibilities:

• Project Management
  • Setting up finishes Schedule
  • Approve finishes Schedule
  • Collate all project documents
  • Shop drawing process:
    • Subcontractor
      • Submit SD (shop drawing) request to our subcontractor
      • Review SD design
      • Submit SD to the  builder with the program
      • Make any changes to the SD
      • Submit IFC & approve for production
    • Internally
      • Draw full project shop drawings
      • Submit SD to the  builder with the program
      • Make any changes to the SD
      • Submit IFC & approve for production

• Reporting
  • Attend weekly meetings
  • Provide weekly updates on
    • Job-status of work in progress
    • Issues with a shop drawing

Core Competencies

• Has a comprehensive understanding of the joinery industry
• Experience in interior design, understanding interior intents
• Ability to read construction plans & shop drawing
• Understand the Architectural plan & design intent
• Knowledge of using AutoCAD software

Job Specific Competencies

• Ability to work towards deadlines
• Results-orientated, strong follow-up on tasks
• Manage projects utilizing a project management system
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in a professional manner
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills, including the ability to discern priorities, plan, and coordinate with others to complete tasks
• Proactive, and responsible at work
• Exceptional organizational skills with great initiative to get the job done.
• Able to work independently and in a team.