Technical Design Director

Technical Design Director Turkel Design Somerville, MA Job Details Full-time 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Project team coordination Vendor relationship building Fabrication 3D CAD modeling Vendor management Architecture Construction site inspections BIM model coordination Construction Research Revit Supervising experience Continuous improvement Construction document control Residential design (architectural design tasks) Vendor relationship management Project implementation Residential building projects Productivity software Construction documentation Senior level Local building codes Building information modeling (BIM) tools Technical Proficiency Permitting phase involvement Stakeholder relationship building Documentation reviews 10 years Full Job Description We are a growing, experienced, category-defying firm that is redefining how to build a home - designing at the intersection of site analysis, architectural design, prefab production, construction and project fulfillment. We work with an international and diverse clientele, guiding our clients through the entire project—from feasibility studies to specifying items from finishing to furniture - culminating in a stunning prefabricated home, delivered and assembled on-site. The role This is a leadership role, guiding the team and projects through design development, permitting, construction documentation, detailing, and production. Coordinate and maintain lasting relationships with staff, vendors, consultants, builders, and local regulatory officials Required Experience Extensive knowledge of single-family residential wood frame construction A degree in Architecture Minimum 10 yrs experience creating DDs and CDs Proficiency in Revit Demonstrated success in project delivery and execution Valued Experience Experience supervising staff and coordinating consultants A strong design vocabulary Literacy with SketchUp Fluency in Microsoft Office Experience with prefab building systems Ideal candidate A creative and innovative thinker Detail-oriented and organized Highly self-motivated Fun, sharp, enthusiastic Committed to quality Someone who has a pride of authorship A good communicator - both verbally and in writing You enjoy: Identifying problems and working with others to find creative solutions Working independently and efficiently to meet deadlines Multi-tasking and maintaining focus on a portfolio of projects A typical day with us: Interpreting 3D schematic Design Models and converting them into Design Development Drawings in Revit Creating, and coordinating Revit models for complex residential projects for permitting, fabrication, and construction, with a keen understanding of the construction process, the specifications, and applicable building codes Creating, organizing, and overseeing the preparation of complete sets of Construction Documents Reviewing BIMs, DDs, CDs, shop and panel drawings to ensure that all conform to appropriate specifications, standards and building codes Coordinating with engineers, local regulatory officials, consultants, and builders to ensure that the clients' needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner Producing, analyzing and advising on detailed specifications for suitable materials and processes Creating and overseeing the creation of details and families to further expand an existing detail library Researching building codes, construction techniques, materials, industry standards, and local regulations Visiting construction sites to ensure that architectural specifications are properly followed (across Canada and the US) Participating in a collaborative studio culture, and advancing the performance of the Design Team by challenging the status quo, and acting as a change agent for continuous improvement Benefits Company subsidized health insurance coverage 401k plan with employer matching Salary commensurate with your experience Potential for hybrid working arrangement Application Cover letter Resume Work sample (digital files only)

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person