Drafter / Designer (Architecture)
Job No:
16498
Location:
North Adelaide, SA
- Opportunity to learn other skills - training provided in estimating, project management, construction management and administration
- Excellent package based on experience
- The company recognises the importance of a healthy work/ life balance, and encourages flexi time
- Excellent working environment - modern restoration within a heritage listed inner city building
About the Organisation
ASBD Design and Construct is a small, well established (20 years) business specialising in commercial, industrial and residential projects ranging from $300K to $7M in contract value, taking care of construction management, design, project management and development.
Key clients include some major car franchises, for whom they design, build and project manage dealerships.
In addition, the owner designs and develops property from within the business for both residential and commercial projects.
The small, close-knit and friendly team consist of 3 permanent staff and a part-time administrator in the office, and 2 field personnel. The team works together on all elements of the projects.
About the Opportunity
ASBD Design and Construct has an excellent opportunity for a motivated and creative Architectural Draftsperson to join their friendly team at their North Adelaide office.
This crucial role will entail varied and diverse duties, primarily architectural but expanding into estimating, project management, construction management and administration. Training in the additional areas will be provided for the right candidate. The more talent you have the more opportunity will then be afforded to you!
More specifically, your responsibilities will include approximately:
- 60% design and documentation,
- 10% estimating, and
- 30% construction and project management, direct site supervision, planning, ordering materials, and day to day administration of a project.
This makes for quite a varied day over and above a standard drafting role!
To be successful in this role, you should possess design / drafting qualifications. A degree in Architecture would be advantageous, but is not essential. For example, Tafe qualifications in Building Technologies with a focus on Architectural design would be suitable.
You must have substantial experience in documentation of projects, and knowledge of Autocad to expected industry standards.
The successful candidate will be motivated and eager to expand, learn and work hard. They will possess humility and flexibility, which will also be returned to them.
They will have the ability to work both autonomously and within a team.
The right candidate will have fantastic opportunities for career progression with guidance and company specific training provided. Your employer will also contribute to your professional development by funding relevant Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) training.
The office is an excellent environment, with a modern restoration within a heritage listed building.
An attractive remuneration package based on experience and skills is available. The shared company car is used for site visits. There is also parking available, which is rare in the city environment, meaning no more parking fees!
The company recognises the importance of a healthy work/life balance for all employees.
This is an excellent opportunity to learn and advance your career - you will begin with drafting and you could end up as a full construction project manager!
Apply now to set your career in motion!