Design Associate - Education 

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Design Associate to support the Education Sector. The Design Associate supports the Planning and Development staff by assisting with planning, design, and construction of educational facility projects. Responsibilities include interpreting architectural and engineering documents, organizing data for reports, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating project activities across various organizational branches. Proficiency in architectural and engineering concepts, research methods, and software tools (MS Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit) is essential.

• Determines space needs in terms of anticipated operational requirements, making projections and recommendations for long-range planning or alterations.
• Participates and supports in the administration of the restacking plan, including reviewing related documents, providing responses to Requests for Clarifications, and preparing drawings for alterations.
• Creates scope of work and develops architectural design options using CAD and 3D software for presentation and approval.
• Creates drawings, specifications, and estimates for building alterations and equipment installations based on space requirements and department functions.
• Provides analysis and conducts field surveys and research about planning and design development.
• Prepares applications and submits to various agencies for approvals. Prepares design packets and reports with executive staff.
• Prepares complex architectural drawings, construction details, and alteration improvement and addition to existing structure.
• Provides code analysis as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering
• Minimum of five (5) years’ full-time paid professional experience working in a large commercial, public agency or school facilities that require the use of at least AutoCAD and one (1) 3D design software e.g. SketchUp. Insert qualifications
• Experience in performing architectural design and coordinating drafting with drafting technicians, conducting surveys and field investigations, and reviewing drawings submitted by vendors and contractors.
• Ability to analyze architectural problems related to assigned projects and make recommendations for the solution of problems of major office space utilizations, equipment and optimizing space allocations.
• Ability to interpret codes and possess knowledge of the California Department of Education, American Disability Act and various building codes.
• Knowledge of architectural characteristics of building materials
• Knowledge of building codes related to schools, large commercial and governmental construction
• Ability to interpret codes for California dept. of Education, ADA and Building & Safety, and Fire codes
• Candidates shall be proficient in creating architectural design options, space planning, and construction document details
• Concept, schematic, design development, and materials specifications
• Construction and building codes related to school, large commercial or government construction
• Design principles and aesthetics
• Major computer-aided software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp etc.

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.  Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.  We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our  employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

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