Architectural Designer - Project Lead - Revit - Remote - Restaurant Finish-out projects

<p>Must have experience putting together construction drawing sets for commercial finish-out projects located in the US. Must have Revit experience. Our clients are restaurant brands that trust our team to lead them through the design, CD, and permitting phases. This role owns the drawing set and knows the project flow. This is not an easy job.</p><p><br></p><p><span>AEP America</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Company Description:</strong><span> AEP America is a development services firm that offers design, architecture, engineering, and preconstruction services for commercial development teams. We offer architecture, MEP engineering, permitting, and construction management for commercial projects across the US. </span></p><p><span>Development teams rely on AEP America to lead their team and projects through the development process to ensure their success. Some of our key strengths are our project oversight, drawing coordination, accuracy, service, and speed with a focus on national restaurant and retail clients.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>AEP America Purpose Statement: </strong><span>We help teams build better, faster, and smarter—while shaping the future of development.</span></p><p><br></p><p>Architectural Designer - Revit drafter Role</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Starting Pay: </strong>$30-$40 hourly (as a contractor) </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Location: </strong>Remote, Western Hemisphere to align with US Central Time Zone</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Direct Reports: </strong><span>Senior Project Manager </span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Purpose:</strong><span> Lead the drafting in Revit/AutoCAD for restaurant projects. Assist to manage architectural projects from design to construction. Prepare the base and supporting files in Revit/AutoCAD to develop and complete the architectural construction drawings. Deliver successful design and construction drawings accurately, on budget, and on time. Coordinate with consultants (MEP & Structural) as required. Update and help manage each client’s Revit/CAD and Project prototype. The purpose is to care for the client and project team to lead it to a successful design and construction process. Having a well coordinated set of high quality drawings while beating the schedule is a requirement.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Role Description: </strong><span>This is a hands-on position, requiring focus, detail, excellence, professionalism, care and an ownership mentality.</span><strong> </strong><span>Each project’s success is vital to the success of our company and our mission. We are measured and evaluated on our accuracy, ability to solve design challenges, results for successful outcomes, timelines and communication. We are committed to performing at the highest level, where we experience ultimate fulfillment by providing true value and unparalleled service for our clients at a personal and professional level. You will need to have courage and creativity to solve project challenges as they arise. You will need to be humble to speak honestly about what you do not understand to be able to learn about codes, architecture, construction, development and more. You will need to convey an infectious positive attitude that motivates action of others through email and phone communication. You will need to put in extra hours and added focus at times to ensure we are delivering. You will need to have a strong sense of urgency to keep things moving as quickly as possible. You will need to be obsessed with ensuring you and the team know the relevant details as they happen to keep everyone on the same page and have a passion to help others.</span></p><p><span>As a project drafter, you will be responsible for the CDs and their power to propel a project forward. You will need to be enrolled in the vision of the business. You will need to understand and follow the principles we work under. You will be a part of regular team training to learn and improve ourselves, our team, and our skills. Developing and sharing a passion for what we do, and excitement about our daily operations and team members, is an integral part of performing within this role.  </span></p><p><br></p><p><span>BUCKETS OF RESPONSIBILITY </span></p><ul><li><span>The main production person for the project. You are the creator of the CDs. This is yours and our reputation.</span></li><li><span>Organizing, tracking and implementing all relevant project information. Super organized.</span></li><li><span>Communicate to ensure project teams are informed and up to date throughout the process. Super important.</span></li><li><span>Help sustain project momentum, delivery dates, and performance targets.</span></li><li><span>Creation, documentation, tracking, and organization of project information.</span></li><li><span>Collecting and reviewing all project data to ensure we have everything needed to complete a project.</span></li><li><span>Designing and presenting design options and layout.</span></li><li><span>Creating, reviewing, and presenting CDs (Construction Drawings)</span></li><li><span>Coordinating with consultants (Civil, structural, MEP) to ensure the CDs are well coordinated</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span>REQUIREMENTS</span></p><ul><li><span>Genuine interest and passion in carrying out the vision and purpose of AEP America</span></li><li><span>In it for long term growth and fulfillment</span></li><li><span>5+ Years experience in using Revit/AutoCAD for commercial projects on the architectural side.</span></li><li><span>Very organized to complete a highly accurate set of CDs</span></li><li><span>Experienced in working independently and remotely</span></li><li><span>Experienced in working with an internal and external project team.</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span>DESIRED ATTRIBUTES  </span></p><ul><li><span>Highly conscientious, prompt, and reliable</span></li><li><span>Uncomfortable with lack of organization, confusion and lack of clarity</span></li><li><span>Coachable attitude and open to additional training and feedback</span></li><li><span>Exemplifies the responsibility that comes with remote work </span></li><li><span>“Perfectionist” to attempt perfection in their work. Double checks, follows up, and doesn’t leave anything to chance.</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span>ADDITIONAL TOOLS AND SKILLS </span></p><ul><li><span>Revit - Must be proficient</span></li><li><span>AutoCAD - Must be proficient</span></li><li><span>Google Suite (docs, sheets)</span></li><li><span>Zoho Office Suite (CRM, Projects, WorkDrive, Cliq) - AEP will train.</span></li><li><span>Zoom</span></li><li><span>Blue beam (PDF)</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span>Job Requirements  </span></p><ul><li><span>Quick turnaround on designs and revisions. Responsive.</span></li><li><span>Bi-weekly team updates</span></li><li><span>Satisfaction scores from the client at the highest levels</span></li><li><span>Highest ratings for reviews from internal team on project communication</span></li><li><span>Build relationships with project teams</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span>Note: This role is critical to the evolution of the business. As such, job role duties will grow and evolve with the business.</span></p>

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