Designer

Brief Description

Kitchell seeks an experienced and dedicated Designer to join our Engineering and Architectural Services department in our Sacramento office and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented Construction Services companies in the United States.

Overview

Supports multi-disciplinary architectural, engineering and design team with construction management activities in the engineering and architectural services department.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares designs at the schematic, design development, construction document and approvals project phases at the direction of the Project Manager.
• Analyzes design and construction issues for solutions and/or incorporation.
• Develops technical specifications as required.
• Assists in preparation of master plans for new building construction. Meets with clients to ascertain needs and develops space list, square foot requirements and preliminary floor plans.
• Assists Project Manager in administering construction contracts.
• Assists in design/constructability reviews.
• Comments on architectural issues, including cost, design and construction technology.
• Evaluates building and site conditions and prepares technical reports of investigations.
• Interprets applicable codes for compliance and applies this knowledge to documents prepared and/or reviewed to ascertain compliance with those codes, standards and requirements.
• Assists in maintaining log of all revisions to standard drawings and specifications and manages the file containing current specifications and logs of all proposed changes to the standard documents.
• Assists in performing value engineering analysis and reviews.
• Directs the work of junior employees engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents respective to each discipline as directed by the Project Manager.
• Assists the estimating department in the development of conceptual and detailed cost projections.
• Supports and participates in business development and marketing efforts including assisting with the preparation of proposals and presentations for new work.
• Assists in the development and implementation of department design and document standards.
• Applies workplace health and safety policies and procedures to daily activities.
• Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in architecture or related field or equivalent experience required.
• Enrolled in IDP and on track for State of California architecture registration preferred.
• Minimum 3 years position related work experience in architecture or related field.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards required. Knowledge of the architecture, engineering and construction management industry.
• Effective computer skills, including proficient use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Revit, Sketch Up, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and specialized software appropriate to professional qualification required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to foster and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Effective organization skills, including the ability to prioritize and plan work. Ability to gather and interpret technical or abstract data to resolve extraordinarily difficult and uncommon problems.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Ability to manage a team of professionals in the production of quality projects delivered on time and within budget.
• Ability to demonstrate the competencies of achieving results, initiative, communication, teamwork and analytical thinking.
• Commitment to the values of Kitchell with attention to honesty and integrity, quality of work and customer satisfaction.
  
  

License and Certifications

• Not Applicable
  
  

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently inspects the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions, while wearing personal protective equipment.
• The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions due to work activities occurring both inside and outside. Admin Employees
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a general, climate controlled, office environment.
  
  

Physical Requirement

• While performing the duties of this job, the position is moderately active and the employee is frequently standing, walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing.
• The position also may also be sitting for long periods of time.
• The employee may frequently lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds
  
  

Travel Requirement

• Travel may be required up to 25% of the time.
  
  

Summary

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include profit sharing, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans, tuition reimbursement, weight loss, and tobacco cessation programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $68,000 - $75,000. The Company’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.