CAD Drafter or Designer – West Palm Beach, FL

CAD Drafter or Designer – into the details?

Do you go over and beyond to exceed your customer’s expectations?  Are you creative enough to prepare detailed drawings of architectural design?  If so, we want to hear from you!  Haifa Limestone, a leading supplier of superior limestone products quarried from all over the world, is seeking a talented CAD Drafter or Designer to prepare detailed shop drawings of counter tops, architectural designs and plans for buildings and structures according to specifications provided by the architect.

We are at the cutting edge of our field and every project presents new challenges as we explore possibilities for our clients.  It’s exciting and fast paced.  You will meet amazing clients and work side by side with some of the most skilled craftsmen in the world.  There is great potential for growth at Haifa!

If this describes you, and you can prove it, you could be a great fit for our team.

Why Haifa?

  • We are a solid company in business for 28 years with a company culture based on our core values
  • We are in control of the entire process, including importing, designing, digital template, fabrication, installation and service which enables us to be more successful in each project
  • We work with top designers and clients on the most incredible homes in the world
  • We live or die by the attention to details which has served our clients well
  • We don’t play games and are free of drama while having fun in the process
  • Our team is passionate about what we do

Snapshot of Key Accountabilities:

  • Ensure material and fabrication specifications meet customer requirements
  • Draft accurate as-built field measurements in efficient manner
  • Coordinate details and specifications with other vendors
  • Understand and utilize industry standards for line weights, dimensions, texts, and other basic drafting functions
  • Operate computer-aided drafting (AutoCAD 2014 or later) equipment or conventional drafting station to produce designs, working drawings, charts, forms and records.
  • Produce accurate 2-D drawings and basic 3-D renderings
  • Layout and plan interior room arrangements using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software.
  • Obtain and assemble data to complete CAD designs, visiting job sites to compile measurements as necessary.
  • Check dimensions of materials to be used and assign numbers to lists of materials.
  • Analyze technical data of design concept to generate estimate for bidding purpose.
  • Prepare colored drawings of interior designs for presentation to client.
  • Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
  • Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

Traits required for success:

Our ideal candidate is a heads down worker who takes work seriously.  You are a disciplined and confident person with getting work done on time and correctly is of the utmost importance.  High standards of quality and accuracy is mission critical.  You are known for your strong follow through and leading by example.  While you are able to work in a fast paced environment, you are able to maintain continuity of your work flow despite interruptions and are able to handle repetitive work without becoming impatient.  Ability to think outside the box is critical.

Skills/Experience/Knowledge required:

Must haves:

  • 3-5 years of AutoCAD experience preferably in the architectural industry
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings.
  • Ability to work in an artistic environment where self expression of design and absence of a clear set of rules is the norm
  • Associate’s Degree in architectural design or related field or a combination of experience and education

Preferred:

  • High end stone and tile experience including setting, fabrication and restoration methods
  • Experience with Revit and/or SketchUp will be considered a plus.
  • Conversant in Spanish
  • Knowledge of QuickBooks helpful  to assist with estimates and takeoffs
  • Architectural and design skill as the position will require some design work