AutoCad Drafter

Job#: 2017441

Job Description:

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing AutoCAD drafting / design support to the Pre-Construction Specialists and Regional Pre-Construction Project Managers for Prototype and Remodel projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Responsibilities after Real Estate Site Approval:

• Under supervision, prepare Site Plans and coordinate with the Merchandising team on fixture layouts to ensure the plans meet the intent of the “approved” site or fixture plans prior to the Pre-Construction Review Meeting.
• Assist the Sr. Design Drafters and Pre-Construction Specialist in working to obtain all municipal and governing agency approvals, ensuring code compliance with all required authorities.
• Produce all architectural required drawings, as well as assist the Sr. Design Drafters and Pre-Construction Specialist with the management of the various consulting engineers (Structural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.) to ensure standards are maintained prior to submittal to the various municipal approving agencies. 
• Prepare dry utility drawings to ensure our electrical, telephone and natural gas services reflect the utility companies design intent. 
• Prepare Design Exchange bid packages and ensure engineered construction drawings and bid documents are accurate and provided to the Construction department.

Primary Responsibilities after Construction Starts:

• Assist the Sr. Drafters and Pre-Construction Specialist ensuring any drawings which have been modified, as a result of issues encountered while under construction are issued to the Construction team as a Revision.
• Ensure all the latest drawings and documents are archived properly per standards after the store opens.

Additional General Department Responsibilities:

• Provide proper specifications and documentation to the Support team for any non-standard AFI items as required.
• Incorporate all exterior sign locations and sizes, provided by the National Sign Manager, are reflected in the construction drawings.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

• Completion of formal AutoCAD training program
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and MS Project
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure
• Effective time management skills
• Must possess critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Strong focus on quality
• Must be a positive, effective team player

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

Industry Knowledge:

• Research and monitors trends in the automotive retail industry?
• Leverages awareness of competitor floor plan strategies to optimize sales?

Data Analytics:

• Analyzes data to identify what information is most important to the business?
• Develops conclusions that are insightful and actionable?
• Summarizes and translates floor plan data to present to targeted audiences?

Technological Proficiency and Agility:

• Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency with job related computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, PeopleSoft, SQL, reporting tools) to perform job functions?
• Quickly learns and teaches others new programs or functions of existing programs to enhance job knowledge and complete tasks?
• Looks for ways to improve functional processes and procedures through the use of computer

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.