Designer

Input of data into computer programs

• Perform design calculations
• Design and layout of project elements
• Research code requirements
• Draft designs originated or provided
• Assist in preparing studies and reports
• Become familiar with discipline technical specifications
• Perform basic fieldwork, surveys, and research to document existing conditions
• Prepare studies, reports, opinions, and recommendations for the approval of the project lead Engineer
• Make recommendations regarding basic systems
• Perform design calculations and makes basic design layouts required in the projection of a complete set of working drawings
• Assist lead Engineer in design of more complex system elements
• Research code requirements
• Assist in the preparation of opinions of probable construction costs
• Consult with public agencies and other organizations concerning utilities, design requirement and required approvals
• Assist Lead Engineer or Construction Services Representative during construction by reviewing shop drawings, responding to informational request, preparing addendums and/or bulletins and making site visits.
• May delegate drafting tasks of designs to BIM technicians and supervise production of same
• May coordinate discipline components and design with other project team members
• May be assigned role of Assistant Project Manager by Project Manager on assigned projects
• Other duties as assigned