Sr. CAD Designer

$99,000 - $99,000/Yr

CBRE - Augusta, ME

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Augusta, ME

Real Estate

About the position

The Sr. CAD Designer position is primarily focused on providing CAD CAFM support and supervision. This role involves managing the processes related to the provision of services that pertain to the feasibility and standards of the business. The designer will oversee the processing, documentation, and tracking of exercises related to feasibility or standards application, exterior design, and signage. A key aspect of this role is to leverage industry knowledge, market insights, and client expectations to drive value engineering and innovation in design solutions. In this position, the designer will interface directly with clients to develop design solutions that meet their needs. This includes administering reviews and seeking client approvals for all new projects or initiatives. The designer will also be responsible for preparing preliminary plans and budgets, communicating the rationale and status of all standards to project managers, team members, and other stakeholders. Additionally, the role requires preparing presentations and training sessions for the Project Management team and clients, ensuring that all deliverables from design service providers are accurate and timely. The Sr. CAD Designer will also respond to client inquiries, report on the status of exercises, and ensure that processes are followed and auditable. A strong understanding of building components and disciplines is essential, as the designer will coordinate the accuracy of information related to design services and assist in value engineering and continuous improvement efforts. The role includes creating stacking and blocking plans, space plans, and providing expertise for reviews of deliverables from third-party suppliers. Overall, the designer will add value to the client's use of design services by providing design insights and solutions tailored to their needs.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients for design solutions and administer reviews for new projects.
• Prepare preliminary plans and budgets, communicating rationale and status to stakeholders.
• Prepare presentations and training for the Project Management team and clients.
• Coordinate with design service providers to ensure accurate and timely deliverables.
• Respond to client inquiries and report on the status of exercises as needed.
• Ensure processes are followed and are auditable.
• Understand building components and coordinate the accuracy of design service information.
• Create stacking and blocking plans, space plans, and assist in value engineering.
• Provide expertise for reviews of third-party deliverables and innovate design processes.

Requirements

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• AD/CAFM Associate's Degree (AA/AS) preferred.
• Diploma in Architectural Technology or AutoCAD or equivalent preferred.
• Designer Diploma or Degree in Interior Design; Minimum four years of related experience.
• Extensive Corporate and Retail design experience preferred.
• Prior related experience preferred.
• CAD/CAFM Architectural Technologist/Interior Designer AATO/ARIDO/DC preferred.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions and ask clarifying questions.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients and co-workers.
• Ability to effectively present information to internal departments and large groups.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and understand architectural drawings.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD is preferred.
• Knowledge of leases, contracts, construction practices, project management, building codes, and engineering practices.

Nice-to-haves

• CAD/CAFM MSQL or SQL expertise preferred.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program.