Platz Associates

POSITION: Draftsperson / CAD-BIM
POSITION: Architect-Designer (Non-Licensed)

ABOUT US: 

Platz Associates is an Auburn, Maine-based A&E firm with a 45-year history, including projects in every category type. Visit our website at www.platzassociates.com to see our projects ranging from historic mill renovations, museums, banks, commercial, non-profit, medical, parking structures, and multi-family residential projects. We are seeking motivated individuals looking to grow their skill sets with a hands-on approach in every facet of the project’s design: research and planning, conceptual and rendering, construction documents, client interactions and construction administration process through construction.

OFFICE SOFTWARE:

  • Revit primarily and some AutoCAD for drafting.

  • TwinMotion for rendering and video.

  • Bluebeam Revu for coordination

  • Microsoft Suite for documents.

  • Adobe Suite for graphics.

IDEAL CANDIDATES:

  • 3-5 years minimum of experience in architectural / engineering design and/or drafting.

  • Professional or non-professional education in architecture, engineering, or drafting.

  • Knowledge of construction documentation, building codes, and building systems.

  • Strong CAD/BIM skills are important. Revit is preferred. Aptitude for software is essential. 

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Team oriented, organized, patient, strong work ethic, able to work independently, assist others, good graphic and communication skills.

  • Versatile and able to work on different project types at different scales.

  • Enthusiastic about design, learning, and working with others to improve our built environment.

DETAILS:

The positions are for full-time employment in the office environment for maximum team exposure and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience and abilities. We also support AXP / NCARB / ARE preparation through supervisor mentorship and support. Platz Associates recognizes family / life balance and supports our team in that goal. We are within commuting distance of Portland, coastal communities, and Augusta area.

BENEFITS:

  • 10 Days Paid Vacation after 6 months of employment.

  • 10 Annual Paid Holidays.

  • Paid Sick Days.

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance after 2 months of employment.

  • 401k plan, employer matched up to 3% of salary after one year of employment.

  • Professional / staff training and development.

  • Free on-site parking.

CONTACT:
Adam Lemire, AIA 
alemire@platzassociates.com

Jeannette Schram