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Design Drafter

Design Willmar, MN

The Position

The Design Drafter is responsible for assisting Architects, Project Designers, Sales, Estimating, Project Management and Field Operations in creating presentation drawings, design drawings, construction drawings, shop/fabrication drawings, and project documents. Design Drafter will work from sketches, models, and written and verbal information supplied by sales personnel, designers, and engineers, to determine the most appropriate views, details, and supplementary information needed to complete projects.

Essential Duties

• Producing detailed drawings based on specifications.
• Following established design standards.
• Supporting the design team with technical documentation
• Detail parts and create shop drawings for fabrication from engineering designs and project notes
• Prepare approval drawings, revisions, and installation/erection drawings
• Develop construction details that comply with the overall design intent and project budget
• Ensure designs comply with company regulations and quality industry standards
• Prepare complete and concise design and construction drawings, check and coordinate details and dimensions
• Ensure ongoing review and verify documents are accurate and complete
• Assist in the verification of submittals and respond to requests for information
• Prepare shop drawings using Autodesk Inventor for the fabrication of metal parts
• Support construction projects with Revit & Auto CAD software
• Collaborate with project personnel to facilitate projects
• Support non-Revit users with AutoCAD file creation and maintenance from Revit, 2D and 3D files

Position Qualifications and Experience

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Drafting and Design or related field OR
• 12 months of related experience preferred

• Knowledge of one or more software preferred:
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • SolidWorks
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Revit
  • Bluebeam
  • Procore

Preferred Skills (not required)

• Ability to read and understand architectural & structural construction documents
• Able to read and interpret construction drawings (plans, elevations, sections, details, etc.)
• Basic knowledge and ability to follow design codes
• Able to create drawings and models from written and verbal specifications

• Detailed understanding of all facets of project owner specifications and engineering drawings/ blueprints

• Fluency in reading 2D and 3D plans, electronically or hard copy
• Working knowledge of Procore, Bluebeam, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong interpersonal skills

Physical Demands/Working Environment: The physical demands listed here represent those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position involves sitting/standing at a computer for extended periods of time and routinely standing and walking. Employee must be able to communicate effectively in a typical office environment with a standard level of office noise, as well as during job site visits with potentially higher noise levels.

Position occasionally requires visits to construction jobsites in various weather conditions and extreme temperatures. Exposure to dirt, dust, and other materials is routine and may require protective clothing and respirators. In addition, employee must be able to move around prospective or current project sites. This includes high structures and/or scaffolds, climbing ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, walking long distances, climbing stairs, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds.

The Marcus Mindset

At Marcus Construction, we hold firm to the belief that enduring relationships are built on trust and integrity.That starts with our greatest asset, our employees.We foster an environment that encourages our team to challenge the status quo, inspiring them to make a positive impact not only within the workplace but also in the communities we proudly serve. Anchored by this internal foundation, we prioritize excellence, safety, and quality, ensuring the delivery of exceptional experiences for our clients. This mindset leaves a lasting impression, making our designs and buildings stand out as the best and our communities better places to live and work.

Benefit Package

Marcus Construction believes in recognizing our talented and dedicated employees who go beyond our expectations to serve our customers, solve problems, and continually improve our business. Our benefit package includes:

• 401k with Company Match
• Group Medical Plan
• NICE Healthcare (offers free services and Rx in some cases)
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Team Building Events

Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening is required.

*This job description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to making employment decisions based on merit and without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance. We connect employees from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives so our team can foster a culture where we imagine new possibilities, spark innovation, inspire a sense of belonging, and coworkers are empowered to reach their full potential.