Job Description and Requirements
Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design (CAD) applications.
Liaising with professionals about the feasibility of potential projects.
Working around constraining factors such as planning legislation, environmental impact and project budget.
Working closely with a team of other professionals.
Writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts.
Choosing the materials to be used and specifying the requirements for the project.
Adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction.
Making sure the project is running according to schedule and budget.
Playing a part in project and team management
Traveling regularly to sites and proposed locations.
Qualification: Diploma
Experience: 4 years
Required Skills:
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
High levels of creativity, imagination and vision.
A keen interest in the built environment and the dedication to see projects to their conclusion.
Willingness to work long hours, under time and budget pressure.
Excellent design and drafting skills and proficiency with Computer-aided design (CAD).
Strong mathematical skills.
A keen eye for the detail of specific tasks, combined with an understanding of how such specifics fit in with the project as a whole.
Organizational, project management and planning skills, including the ability to juggle multiple tasks.
An analytical mind with excellent problem-solving ability.
Leadership skills as well as the ability to work well within a team of other professionals.