A&E Specialist II at City Building Engineering Services
Salisbury, NC
About the Job
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This position is primarily responsible for management of the A/E plan review process and tracking of A/E construction documents through all phases of development for all projects. The role will also manage the pre-planning due diligence walkthrough process for all remodel, takeover or expansion projects and convey those notes to all team members, Architects & Engineers. This is an integral role in quality control and timeliness of our building plans, as well as helping to control changes and costs on projects.
Specific responsibilities of this position include:
- Monitor the A & E drawing process including 100% redline documents and redline meeting and follow up Bid Set review for New, Remodel, Expansion and Takeover stores and Special Projects.
- Control schedule and timing with an emphasis on consistency and accuracy throughout the process.
- Provide Architects with information on plan due dates, walkthroughs and plan distribution.
- Setup and coordinate on-site walkthroughs of all remodel projects with representatives from Store Development and divisional Sales and Operations teams.
- Create a written record of pre-walkthrough meeting notes as well as a plan marked up with all requested changes and fixture plan updates.
- Communicate updates back to Store Planning for inclusion on final fixture plan and notify all departments involved in walkthrough of items discussed but not included in final scope.
- Work with the Architecture & Engineering Lead to coordinate the Due Diligence process for all remodel, takeover and expansion projects.
- Work with the Architectural team and Real Estate department to arrange on-site walkthrough for thorough analysis of all building components and systems.
- Ensure that Due Diligence report is completed and distributed to all relevant parties.
- Coordinate all incoming bulletins and addendums for active New, Remodel, Takeover and Expansion projects.
- Compare incoming bulletin to approved “scope of work” change order and verify that work has been completed appropriately.
- Work with Architect and Engineer to ensure that any errors or omissions are resolved.
- Review all fixture plan changes in relation to the status of the overall construction project as well as the status of the A/E process prior to releasing any changes to Architect and in-house engineering team.
- Work with Architecture & Engineering Lead and Construction Leads to ensure that changes are made to only approved locations.
- Attend and participate in all Construction pre-opening walkthroughs conducted by each Project Manager.
- Take notes related to architectural/engineering issues and work with A/E team to ensure each issue is resolved prior to commencement of next project.
- Distribute notes to Architecture & Engineering Associate to update Criteria drawing package as necessary.
REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES
- Bachelors Degree
- 3+ years’ experience in retail Store Development and Architecture & Engineering
- Architectural designs/Engineering concepts and processes
- Knowledgeable of construction methods and materials
- Read and interpret plans, specifications and building codes
- Read and interpret contracts, schedules and timelines
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Smartsheet and Microsoft Office suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership, analytical and presentation skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Initiative
- Attention to detail
- Negotiation skills
- Strategic planning
ABOUT CBES
City Building Engineering Services (CBES) is a leading integrated professional services firm supporting technical requirements and sustainable solutions for the retail and related industries. Utilizing our vast array of in-house resources, CBES experts tackle the most challenging projects from inception to completion, including project design, engineering, construction and commissioning. Our integrated team provides unique value serving our clients and our climate.
WHY SHOULD YOU WORK AT CBES?CBES is part of a global network of leading professional services, infrastructure management, and data-driven sustainability solutions firms for starters. We offer a generous benefits package that includes 28 days of PTO along with a 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match.
We don’t just hire anyone at CBES; we’re looking for team members with a deep sense of responsibility, an ability to collaborate, a desire to learn and grow, a willingness to always lend a helping hand.
When you join CBES, you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you too – helping you embark on a career with purpose! Whether through our world-classes training or our Leadership Development framework – CBES cares passionately about the people we hire and ensures that growth is always on the horizon.
Wondering if this is the place for you to take the next step in your career? If you put clients first, care passionately about what you do and are committed to working on a team that respects each other, this is the place for you!
So, if you’re ready to get started, let’s go!
CBES is An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.