Architectural Designer

Ali-General Contractor US (ALIGCUS) was founded in 2008. After nearly ten years of development, the company has also developed into a full-service real estate enterprise integrating real estate investment consulting, architectural design, landscape design, and interior design, trusted by hundreds of real estate development companies.

We are looking for a experienced Chinese-speaking Architectural Designer/Drafter. Our company primarily works on AutoCAD to complete construction schematics to prepare for city or county approval. Knowledge of municipal building codes is necessary as well. Here are a few responsibilities you would expect:

Job Description:

• Drafting plans, preparing and delivering architectural drawings.
• Check with the city/county and any other related organizations to answer client consultations.
• Consult Design schemes with customers and Senior Management;
• Ability to manage time and workload in order to meet project deadlines and commitments with periodic interaction and direction from project leaders;
• Liaise with city/county authorities and related organizations, promptly following through with planning submissions, correction discussions, resubmissions, and permit submissions;
• Demonstrate an intermediate understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details, and construction techniques;
• Travel as required and support the design department or construction site with all other responsibilities;
• Support marketing department with project-related work;
• Other Duties as assigned;

Qualifications:

• A U.S. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or a related Design field is (Required)
• At least 2-year U.S. architectural drafter-related work experience is (Required)
• At least 1-2 years of City Permit Submissions. (Required)
• Able to communicate with Chinese (Preferred)
• Project Management Skills (Preferred)
• General knowledge of U.S. architectural practice, including site planning, civil, and codes, is (Required)
• Familiarity with ADU Building Codes and City Code Requirements. (Required)
• Experience in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite. (Required)
• Familiarity with City Permit Submissions. (Required)
• Excellent communication, strong problem-solving, and organizational skills. (Preferred)
• Must have California Driver’s License and a reliable vehicle

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $25 - $35/hr

Schedule:

9am - 6pm, Monday - Friday w/ Lunch Break

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Language:

• English (Required)
• Chinese (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Santa Clara, CA 95054 (Required)

Work Location: In person, with traveling.

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Santa Clara, CA 95054: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Building Code: 2 years (Preferred)
• Permit Pulling: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Chinese (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• San Jose, CA 95101 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Jose, CA 95101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person