Job Description

Design Coordinator

Title: Drafter/Design Coordinator
Reports to: Operations Manager
Department: Architecture & Design Services

Summary:
GTA General Contractors is one of Canada’s fastest-growing full-service design and construction companies! For 30+ years, GTA General Contractors has been a family-owned, people-focused company with a commitment to delivering signature commercial projects and services that make our community a better place to live, work, and play.

Due to company growth, we are excited to be adding a Design Coordinator who will play a critical role in designing, assisting, and coordinating assigned design projects.

The Design Coordinator’s main duties include creating, revising, and coordinating various design documents for design-build projects using AutoCAD. Interpreting zoning by-laws, developing site typologies, and working in collaboration with other Design Team members. The ideal candidate will have previously completed or been a part of a commercial design/drawing project from start to finish. Experience with designs and drawings related to hospitality, retail and millwork projects is an asset.

If you're a talented design professional, GTA General Contractors is a perfect company for you. Apply now!

Take a look at our website www.gtageneralcontractors.com to know more about us.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: (Included but not limited to)

• Create, modify, and revise architectural floor plans using AutoCAD.
• Develop and coordinate elevations from existing floor plans.
• Review zoning and create product typologies.
• Collaborate with other Sales, Designers, and Project Managers to achieve fluency within each project.
• Schedule and manage workload to meet desired deadlines.
• Submit permit applications where required.
• Develop and coordinate millwork shop drawings.
  

Qualifications for Design Coordinator:

• Architectural Technology/Technician Diploma or equivalent.
• Min. 1-3 years of experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Software.
• Experience reading and analyzing zoning by-laws.
• Familiarity with Ontario Building Code (OBC) required.
• Ability to independently develop commercial designs from start to finish.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
• Capable of direct communication with clients via phone and email.
• Experience with commercial design is an asset.
• Project Management experience is an asset.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Shop Drawing experience required.
  

Salary: TBD (Based on Experience).

Benefits:

• Company events.
• On-site parking.
• Paid time off.
• Endless Opportunities for Growth.
• Continued Education Days.
• Work hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.
• Relaxed supportive atmosphere.
  

Company Values:
The Design Coordinator must be client-focused, advocate and communicate a positive image of the company, both internally and externally. The Design Coordinator shall demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness in achieving desired results. The Design Coordinator is expected to be a team player and work effectively with colleagues and associates in terms of input, sharing of ideas, and working to achieve common goals.