Project Designer

Marcus Construction Co. Inc.•Willmar, MN

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Designer is responsible to assist Architects, Sales, Estimating, Project Management and Field Operations in leading the conceptual development of projects; engage directly with clients to understand requirements, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback; develop and communicate the overall design vision; and support project teams by translating high-level design work into actionable plans that facilitate execution by project teams. The Project Designer is also responsible for providing direction and communicating design intent to Design Drafters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Mechanical or Architectural Drafting and Design or related field OR 5 years of related experience preferred
Proficient in one or more of the following design software: Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Bluebeam, and Procore
Incorporate updated software techniques and ensure design accuracy and compliance with industry standards
Strong understanding of construction methods and materials
Be curious and assist the department in moving forward in the technology space to stay competitive in the industry
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Experience with agricultural and commercial/industrial building design is a plus
Able to read and interpret construction drawings (plans, elevations, sections, details, etc.)
Ability to read and understand architectural & structural construction documents
Basic knowledge and ability to follow design codes
Able to create drawings and models from written and verbal specifications
Fluency in reading 2D and 3D plans, electronically or hard copy
Working knowledge of Procore, Bluebeam, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Create detailed architectural and structural drawings, coordinate details and dimensions, and design with awareness of cost implications and construction timelines
Develop construction details that comply with the overall design intent and project budget
Collaborate with all stakeholders (designers, project managers, engineers, and clients) to develop design concepts and construction documents, guide design execution, and resolve conflicts
Prepare approval drawings, revisions, and installation/erection drawings - ensuring design intent is maintained throughout construction documentation and execution
Work with clients to translate their needs and project goals into design strategies
Integrate design requirements and ensure alignment with project objectives and company standards
Participate in design reviews and incorporate design changes efficiently based on feedback from project stakeholders. Clearly communicate impact to all stakeholders.
Ensure designs comply with company regulations and quality industry standards
Ensure ongoing review and verify documents are accurate and complete
Verify submittments and respond to requests for information
Support construction projects with Revit & Auto CAD software
Collaborate with project personnel to facilitate projects
Support non-Revit users with AutoCAD file creation and maintenance from Revit, 2D and 3D files
Mentor Design Drafters as assigned, helping them improve technical accuracy and design understanding