ARCHITECTURAL STARTS COORDINATOR - DFW

GENERAL DESCRIPTION/PURPOSE:

The Architectural Starts Coordinator II (ASCII) is an organized and detail-oriented individual who demonstrates exceptional competence in reading and comprehending floor plans, plot plans, foundation plans, wind bracing plans, & community and city requirements. The ACII works as an integral part of the Resource Planning team in the following roles and has duties and expertise above and beyond a level I Coordinator. The ASCII demonstrates exceptional competence in AutoCad Architecture and is able to modify floor plans to meet community and city requirements. In addition, through use of exceptional communication skills, the ASCII promotes consistency and efficiency with the starts coordinators in getting homes permitted.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, and other duties may be assigned)

• Reviews all plan starts for accuracy
• Orders foundation/plot plans/wind bracing and be able to review submitted drawings for any omissions or errors
• Verifies all plans and engineering conform with any community or city requirements
• Has excellent communication skills to work with starts coordinators in permitting plans
• Ability to learn new 3D software; Blackpoint experience a plus but not required
• Maintains well-organized filing systems, assuring access and retrieval of information in a timely and effective manner
• Special projects outside of and in addition to day-to-day duties as assigned
• High degree of accuracy in work including adherence to Architecture standards, building codes and generally accepted construction practices, construction documents and CAD best practices
• Keeps trades on track to receive plans with revisions or errors back in a timely manner
• Willingness to assist other team members as needed

COMPETENCIES

• Microsoft Word 2013 Level 1; Microsoft Excel 2013 Level 1; Microsoft Outlook 2013 Level 1; Microsoft Power Point 2013 Level 1
• AutoCad Architecture proficiency
• Blackpoint 3D knowledge a plus but not a requirement
• Ability to learn Blackpoint 3D if not knowledgeable in the program
• Ability to learn custom web-based software/management system KOVA
• Diligence
• Proactivity
• Good Communicator
• Open to Change
• Problem-Solver
• Customer-Focus
• Honesty
• Thoroughness
• Respectfulness
• Self-Control

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Organizational skills and construction knowledge are imperative to perform this job effectively. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Associate degree in Computer-Aided Drafting or Architectural Technology or completion of a technical trade school program in CAD, drafting, or related field.

• Knowledge of residential construction and construction terminology
• Knowledge of construction documents, CAD standards, and best practices
• Thorough attention to detail and integration of community and city requirements
• AutoCAD Architecture proficiency
• Thorough attention to detail
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in order to meet deadlines
• Good communication skills required (both oral and written)
• Well-rounded understanding plot plans, foundation plans, floor plans, and wind bracing

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands in the Job Responsibilities are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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