Architectural Designer / Estimator - Porter Corp

PlayCore Careers•Holland, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Porter Corp is seeking an Architectural Designer / Estimator to join their team. This role involves reading and interpreting building plans, inputting SIP panel designs, and preparing various types of drawings including preliminary engineering, submittal, and production drawings. The position also requires creating Bills of Materials (BOM), preparing installation drawings, and generating accurate pricing for estimating purposes. Additionally, the role may involve training new employees and contributing to team development.

Requirements

Architectural degree or a degree in similar field.
3D modeling and creating submittal drawings.
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access
Demonstrated proficiency using EPICOR ERP or similar systems
Demonstrated proficiency using Dietrich or similar a modeling software program
Demonstrated proficiency using Planswift or similar estimating software program
Occasional use of AutoCAD or similar software program
General knowledge of construction industry and construction site management
Knowledge of structural loading and load tables
Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural plans
Ability to calculate tributary loads and load transfer though a building
Ability to operate a computer and Dietrich design software (Training is provided)
Good written and oral communication skills are required
Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions
Attention to details and memory of these details
Effectively communicate with customers, co-workers and construction personnel
Good math skills including, but not limited to, architectural units, fractions, geometry and basic trigonometry
Organized and able to balance workload as needed

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of structural insulated panels is a plus

Responsibilities

Reading and interpreting building plans
Input of SIP panels for design layouts conforming to current Porter SIPs design practices and standards
Design wall, roof and floors ensuring both structural and non-structural elements are accurate, optimized and conforms to standards
Prepare preliminary engineering drawings, submittal drawings and/or repair details
Work with engineers on structural designs and layouts
Prepare production drawings in CAD to support and aid manufacturing
Create Bills of Materials (BOM) for the products specified and entering data into a manufacturing database
Prepare installation drawings in CAD for jobsite
Generate and provide accurate pricing for estimating purposes using PDF quoting tools
Aid in training of new employees when required
Aid in individual skills development and team development when required
Perform other duties as assigned