Job Description:
Are you tired of drafting generic strip malls and office buildings? Would you like to use your computer drafting skills for a more exciting and unique project type? Are you also an animal lover? If you answered yes, we want to meet you! We are BDA Architecture, an award-winning architectural firm that specializes exclusively in the design and construction of animal care facilities all across the country and internationally. Our project types include veterinary hospitals, animal shelters and rescue centers, service animal training centers, zoo health care, and university schools of veterinary medicine. Our professional team is passionate about animal health and wellness and we are devoted to creating healthful places that heal and enrich the lives of all creatures. Our practice has worked in every corner of the country and internationally. We are looking for a like-minded experienced individual to join our team in Albuquerque, NM (the position does require being physically located in Albuquerque, New Mexico).
Position Details:
This position is for a full-time (+full benefits) CAD technician who can work proficiently in AutoCAD and/or Revit Architecture. Daily tasks will include architectural computer drafting and detailing, coordinating and managing project drawings, communication with project managers and designers, and meeting project deadlines and schedules. Candidates should also be self-motivated, flexible, organized, good at multi-tasking, and capable of taking instruction, learning, and adapting. 3D computer program skills are not required, but additional consideration will be given to those with experience and knowledge of Revit, Sketchup, and Lumion.
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in a similar position
Associate's degree or equivalent in Architectural Technology or related major.
Experience and proficient skills in AutoCAD and/or Revit are required. 3D computer program skills in Sketchup, and Lumion are a plus.
Thorough understanding of and ability to produce Schematic and Construction Document level drawings.
Knowledge of building construction and systems.
Strong sense of graphic presentation and design.
Note, that this position does require being physically located in our city.
Benefits:
401(k) Retirement plan with employer contribution regardless of your elective deferrals
Performance Bonuses
Health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for employees and immediate family
Paid holidays and time off – vacation accrual starts on day 1, with 2 weeks in the first year
Additional Information:
BDA strives for longevity and growth with our employees. Therefore, our compensation and benefits package is extremely competitive. Our healthcare and retirement contributions exceed industry and local standards, and our yearly bonus program is virtually unmatched. Although we take our work seriously, the office environment at BDA is fun and casual. We are pet-friendly and many employees bring their dogs to work. In the summer we work slightly extended hours Monday through Thursday, with afternoons off on Fridays. We do our best to work smart and efficiently, limiting the need for after-hours or weekend work.
If you are interested in a unique and challenging position with a renowned and specialized architecture firm, please send your resume, along with references to [email protected].
BDA is not currently sponsoring USA work visas.
EEO: All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected class.