In Office, Assistant Designer (AD)
On-siteDavis, California, United States
Job Summary
Complete assigned drafting, modeling, rendering, documentation, and redline tasks accurately and on time. Update as-builts, plans, elevations, schedules, and presentation materials under the direction of a project lead. Prepare meeting packets, sample boards, selections, renderings, and other client or project-support materials. Organize project files, vendor information, product data, sample requests, meeting notes, and assigned action items so information stays current and easy to find. Maintain MAK drawing standards, file organization, layer and class standards, and naming conventions. Support permit and construction-document production by completing clearly defined scopes cleanly and consistently. Participate in client and internal meetings as support, follow through on assigned action items, and communicate status, questions, and risks early. Coordinate professionally with Project Designers, Project Managers, Estimating, Consultants, Vendors, and Trade Partners when assigned. Build practical knowledge of residential construction, code basics, materials, fixtures, finishes, and MAK's design + build process. Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Required Qualifications
- Relevant education, training, or early-career experience in architecture, interior architecture or design, drafting, or a related field
- Working proficiency in CAD or BIM software and the ability to produce accurate drawings and models
- Foundational space-planning, rendering, graphic-presentation, and general computer skills
- Strong organizational habits and the ability to maintain clean files, notes, and task lists
- Interest in residential remodeling, construction, materials, building science, and learning how design decisions affect the field
- A portfolio or work samples that demonstrate clear thinking, technical care, and visual communication
- Valid CA driver's license
- Reliable transportation
Desired Qualifications
- Vectorworks experience
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