The Pre-Construction Associate plays a key role in supporting architects, engineers, project managers, and field teams in the early phases of project development. This role combines technical drafting, project coordination, and pre-construction documentation to ensure designs are accurate, buildable, and aligned with project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Drafting & Design Support
- Prepare detailed shop drawings, layouts, and multiple-view drafts using AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
- Convert sketches, hand-drawn concepts, and architectural notes into precise digital drawings.
- Ensure all designs comply with fabrication limitations, construction standards, and project specifications.
- Maintain and continuously update the AutoCAD block library.
Pre-Construction Documentation
- Assist architects and engineers with estimating, plan takeoffs, crowdsourcing, bid preparation, and other pre-construction deliverables.
- Produce comprehensive planning reports and visual materials for client presentations.
- Record and track daily and weekly project progress for internal monitoring and reporting.
Project Coordination
- Collaborate with project managers, field installers, and shop personnel to confirm field conditions and clarify design requirements.
- Provide ongoing support to field teams during installation and fabrication stages.
- Monitor, evaluate, and recommend improvements to urban plans or project layouts as needed.
Quality & Compliance
- Review architectural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications to verify accuracy and buildability.
- Ensure that all documents, drafts, and revisions meet internal quality standards and client requirements.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of recent AutoCAD experience ; proficiency with ZWCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Photoshop is highly beneficial. Strong ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and architectural sketches.
- Good mathematical and analytical skills, especially for computing dimensions and drawing contours.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent time management and a proactive, self-starting attitude (“can do” / “will do”).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.
Preferred but Not Required
- Experience in sheet metal drafting or coordination.
- Background in the food services industry or projects involving specialized fabrication.
- Experience providing documentation or support during field installation phases. Basic technical writing experience (reports, research summaries, business documentation).
- Creative eye for visuals and ability to produce presentation-ready outputs.
Benefits
- HMO on Day 1 for principal and two dependents
- Government-mandated benefits
- Performance-based Incentives
- Equipment and software provided