Design Associate

About Vanir Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets. Job Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assists Planning and Development staff by providing support services pertaining to theplanning, design, and construction of educational facility projects Assists in performing routine procedural work related to management of Architectural-Engineering contracts and services, and preparing studies and presentations Reads and interprets architectural, engineering and planning documents Collects and organizes data for reports and presentations Assists in the preparation of reports and minor project research Updates and maintains project files with technical information Reviews plans and design/construction documentation for compliance with applicable LAUSDstandard requirements and federal, state and local codes. Reviews and prepares internal documentation for completeness and approval by other Districtbranches (i.e.: AE Contracts, AE invoices, etc.) Assists in coordinating project activities with other District organizational branches anddepartments (i.e.: Office of the Environmental Health and Safety, A/E Design Services,Maintenance and Operations, Furniture + Interiors Group, Project Execution, Local Districts,etc.) in support of design and construction administration functions. Participates in community relations and outreach programs to create understanding andacceptance of District building projects within the community Performs other related tasks required. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in architecture,engineering, or planning A minimum of five (5) years full-time paid professional experience working in an architectureand design setting. Experience performing architectural, engineering, or planning design and coordination ofdesign disciplines, conducting surveys and field investigations, and reviewing architectural,engineering, or planning drawings and documentation. Three (3) years of this experience must be with the design, planning and construction ofeducational facilities or similar public agency Knowledge/Skills: Architectural, Engineering, or Planning terms, concepts, and symbols Architectural characteristics of building materials and technical detailing Research methods and techniques, including planning studies and surveys, determiningvariables, and developing sources of data Basic record keeping methods Software: Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Autocad, Revit Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in the use of computer database and related equipment Analyze architectural/engineering/planning problems related to assigned educational facilitiesprojects and recommend appropriate and feasible solutions. Interpret federal, state, and local codes related to educational facilities Possess knowledge of California Department of Education, Division of the State Architect,applicable building and engineering codes, fire codes and energy codes. (i.e.: ADA, CA Title24, CalGreen, etc.) Make detailed and accurate calculations and surveys Compile, interpret/analyze, and summarize data, and recognize the implications of complexdocuments Has the ability to collaborate with other team members Ability to multi-task Benefits Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program. How to Apply If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com. VEVRAA Federal Contractor Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled Contact Email: [email protected] Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations. We Participate in E-Verify #LI-JB1 Posted Salary Range USD $98,750.00 - USD $113,750.00 /Yr.