Sr. CAD Designer

$99,000 - $99,000/Yr

CBRE - Saint Paul, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Saint Paul, MN

Real Estate

About the position

The Sr. CAD Designer position is primarily focused on providing CAD CAFM support and supervision within the Advisory Segment of the company. This role is essential in managing the processes related to the feasibility and standards of the business, ensuring that all services provided meet the required standards. The designer will be responsible for the documentation and tracking of various exercises related to feasibility studies, standards application, exterior design, and signage. The position requires a deep understanding of industry standards, market trends, building codes, and client expectations, as well as a commitment to value engineering and innovation in design solutions. In this role, the Sr. CAD Designer will interface directly with clients to develop design solutions that meet their needs. This includes administering reviews and obtaining client approvals for new projects or initiatives. The designer will prepare preliminary plans and budgets, effectively communicating the rationale and status of all standards to project managers, team members, and other stakeholders. Additionally, the designer will prepare presentations and training materials for the Project Management team and clients, ensuring that all deliverables from design service providers are accurate and timely. The position also involves responding to client inquiries and providing expertise in reviewing deliverables from third-party suppliers. The designer will play a strategic role in the change process, innovating and educating clients on design services. Other duties may be assigned as necessary, emphasizing the need for flexibility and adaptability in this role.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients to develop design solutions.
• Administer reviews and seek client approvals for new projects or initiatives.
• Prepare preliminary plans and budgets, communicating rationale and status to stakeholders.
• Prepare presentations and training materials for the Project Management team and clients.
• Coordinate with design service providers to ensure accurate and timely deliverables.
• Respond to client inquiries and provide design insights and solutions.
• Review deliverables from third-party suppliers and provide expertise on behalf of the client.
• Assist in value engineering and continuous improvement of design elements.
• Create stacking and blocking plans, space plans.
• Ensure processes are followed and auditable.

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 correspondence.
• 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, and construction practices.
• Understanding of project management, building and municipal codes, and engineering practices.

Nice-to-haves

• CAD/CAFM MSQL or SQL expertise preferred.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus based on performance.
• Equal Employment Opportunity policies.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.