Job Description

The Revit Designer will have a strong background in Revit®; a working knowledge of AutoCAD® is a plus. The ideal applicant will also have experience in foodservice design or has worked in a foodservice environment and/or familiar with construction trades.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Becoming proficient in NSD database, and other industry programs such as AutoQuotes, KCL CAD Library, Blue Beam, and Microsoft Outlook
• Layout equipment floor plans using Revit®, per Project Manager’s designs and redlines
• Prepare Project rough-in drawings & schedules (plumbing, electrical, Special Conditions & Specialty Systems)
• Integration of manufactures drawings, Special Details, and FAB drawings
• Preparing project specification books with use of AutoQuotes and BlueBeam
• Review and understand engineering and shop drawings
• Design phase check lists and red lines
• All other employee responsibilities as outlined in the NSD Employee Handbook (will be received during training)



Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of floor plans, sections, details, and elevations.
• Ability to work in Cloud based platforms, and shared multi-discipline operations.
• Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, and Imperial/Metric systems.
• Strong organizational skills, and ability to complete tasks on time. Take ownership to meet project deadlines and commitments.
• Demonstrates analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. Capable of reading and interpreting documents such as manufacturer cut sheets, and design/construction files.
• Ability to foster relationships and create synergies with peers, vendors, and manufacturers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the NSD organization, external partners, and design teams.
• Professionalism – Maintain a positive, professional manner. Be accountable for work products; follow-up and follow-through. Work with integrity, trust, and commitment. Follow instructions, respond to management direction. Accept and reflect on feedback to assist as you learn and grow.
• Quality - Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in all work products. Monitor work to ensure quality while looking for ways to develop. Self-check all work prior to issuing internal/external communication. Apply feedback for continuous improvement. Do not be timid about asking questions.
• Adaptability – Manage competing demands. Ability to produce high-quality work in an evolving, fast paced environment. Remain flexible to change.
• Dependability – Consistently at work on time with adherence to operating hours/schedule requirements of your region. Ensures responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrives to meetings and appointments on time, and prepared.
• Initiative – Be self-motivated, volunteer readily, seek increased responsibilities, and offer help when needed. Be an active change agent and innovator to improve communications, standards, and company protocols & procedures. Participate in all Lunch & Learns, and continuing education/training, as directed.

Education and Experience: Software Proficiencies:

• Certified completion of Drafting Program or Associates Degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum one (1) to two (2) years working experience in design/construction field. Familiarity with foodservice design/restaurant operations, or hospitality construction is a plus.
• Minimum one (1) to two (2) years of experience in CAD.
• General understanding of the latest version of Building Information Modeling (“BIM”) Autodesk Revit Architecture/AutoCAD.
• Proficiency with Internet, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
• Familiarity with AutoQuotes, KCL, Bluebeam/Bluebeam Session, Asana, and BQE Core (preferred)
• AutoCAD/Revit
• (Acquired) knowledge of NSD proprietary systems/databases

This position can be based in Annapolis, MD or Ottawa, ON

Please email hr@nextstepdesign.com with resume

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