Technical Specialist, Facilities Architecture

Sony Pictures Entertainment•Culver City, CA

About The Position

The Facilities Architectural Technical Specialist performs a Job Captain-type function for a historic studio lot and across the Americas portfolio. The role focuses on modernizing, streamlining, and managing architectural documentation and drawing processes across Facilities disciplines, including design, architecture, MEP, construction, and facilities administration. The position also supports small interior design requests and provides architectural and construction administration support to Facilities Operations.

Requirements

3–6 years of experience.
Architectural and interior design background.
Strong understanding of construction documentation and building codes.
Strong critical-thinking and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to produce 3D renderings.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong computer application skills and aptitude for learning new applications.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, basic Microsoft Suite programs, and Bluebeam.
Familiarity with Archibus or IWMS software.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Previous experience in entertainment, facilities, and property management is a plus.
AIA, CID, IIDA, or NCIDQ certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Organize and maintain hard-copy and digital architectural and engineering document libraries.
Coordinate with Project Managers to issue background drawings to outside architects and engineers.
Ensure CAD documents received from outside architects and engineers meet SPE layering standards.
Manage third-party drawing management services and/or software.
Coordinate distribution of Issue for Construction documents in hard-copy format to Sony construction teams and specialty trades.
Ensure redlined as-built drawings are updated on the digital drawing set, with outside architects and engineers or internally.
Update polylines, publish, and release drawings to Archibus for corporate offices, production offices, parking and security, sound stages, and the general studio lot and Americas portfolio.
Liaise with the Archibus data team to ensure updated information is integrated into the system.
Provide dimensioned plans and elevations to Studio Services/Events and Studio Operations teams.
Scan hard-copy documents into the digital library and update lot maps.
Manage drawing requests from various user groups.
Produce pricing and construction documents for small in-house design and construction projects.
Conduct field verifications and update as-built drawings.
Create and maintain CAD, detail, and space standards.
Create and maintain signage standards for buildings in the Culver City portfolio.
Support minor interior design requests, including office furniture layouts and coordination, art and graphics, finishes, renderings, and space plans.
Support Facilities Operations with architectural reviews and field conditions.
Conduct code reviews and respond to internal code inquiries.
Respond to requests for information (RFIs) and submittals where necessary.