Architectural Designer/Drafter (Chinese speaking)

$45,760 - $72,800/Yr

Unclassified - Pico Rivera, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Pico Rivera, CA

About the position

Ali-General Contractor US (ALIGCUS) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Architectural Drafter/Designer who is fluent in Chinese to join our team in Pico Rivera, CA. Founded in 2008, ALIGCUS has grown into a full-service real estate enterprise that integrates real estate investment consulting, architectural design, landscape design, and interior design. Our company is trusted by numerous real estate development firms and is excited to expand with a new office in San Jose, CA. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in drafting plans and preparing architectural drawings that comply with municipal building codes, ensuring that our projects meet the necessary city or county approvals. In this position, you will be responsible for drafting plans and delivering architectural drawings, while also checking with city and county authorities to address client consultations. You will work closely with customers and Senior Management to design and develop schemes, manage your time effectively to meet project deadlines, and maintain periodic interactions with project leaders. Additionally, you will liaise with city and county authorities, ensuring timely follow-through on planning submissions, corrections, resubmissions, and permit submissions. A solid understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details, and construction techniques is essential for success in this role. As part of your responsibilities, you will also support the marketing department with project-related work and assist the design department or construction site as needed. This position requires a proactive approach and the ability to adapt to various tasks as assigned, making it a dynamic and engaging opportunity for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Drafting plans and preparing architectural drawings.
• Checking with city/county and related organizations to answer client consultations.
• Designing and developing schemes with customers and Senior Management.
• Managing time and workload to meet project deadlines and commitments with periodic interaction from project leaders.
• Liaising with city/county authorities and related organizations for planning submissions and permit submissions.
• Demonstrating an intermediate understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details, and construction techniques.
• Traveling as required to support the design department or construction site.
• Supporting the marketing department with project-related work.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Fluency in Chinese is required.
• A U.S. Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related Design field is required.
• At least 2 years of U.S. architectural drafter-related work experience is required.
• General knowledge of U.S. architectural practice, including site planning, civil, and codes, is required.
• Experience in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, 3D Max, Sketch-up, and Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Experience in design development, architectural design, documentation, and detailing on a variety of projects, with a preference for residential experience.
• Excellent communication, strong problem-solving, and organizational skills are preferred.
• Must have a California Driver's License and a reliable vehicle.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance