Commercial Construction Design Associate

Citadel Development Services, LLC

. Develop preliminary site and floor plan layouts from surveys, civil backgrounds, and client program criteria .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $45,000 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD for architectural drafting and production design, with a solid understanding of building assemblies and municipal permit processes. Capable of coordinating multi-disciplinary drawing details and maintaining brand-specific prototype libraries.

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Proficient In RevitProficient In AutoCADArchitectural Drafting ExperienceMunicipal Permit Process KnowledgeBasic Understanding Of Building Codes

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Hard Skills

Architectural Drafting2D/3D ProductionConstruction Document PreparationBuilding Assemblies UnderstandingDrawing CoordinationSurvey InterpretationConstruction SequencingInterior Design ExperiencePrototype-Based DesignMarkups/Redlines Translation

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationDetail OrientationProblem-SolvingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

RevitAutoCADSketchUpAdobe AcrobatBluebeam RevuMicrosoft OfficeGoogle Earth

Industry Keywords

BIMPermit ApplicationZoning Code ConceptsAccessibility RequirementsCivil BackgroundsMEP CoordinationPlan Review CyclesBrand-Specific StandardsConstruction DocumentsSite Context

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop preliminary site and floor plan layouts from surveys, civil backgrounds, and client program criteria
Build and maintain coordinated Revit models from prototype templates
Produce plan, elevation, section, and detail sheets per company standards
Translate markups/redlines from senior designers, architects, or project managers into accurate construction documents
Import and coordinate consultant backgrounds (civil, structural, MEP) and update drawing sets
Use AutoCAD and/or Revit drafting tools to generate dimensionally accurate details and schedules
Prepare export packages (PDF, DWF, DWG, IFC as required) for internal reviews and external stakeholders
Prepare jurisdictional permit application forms and track required attachments
Upload drawings and documents to municipal or third-party online portals; confirm receipt and completeness
Log permit numbers, plan review cycles, comments, and approval dates in the project tracking system
Assist in responding to plan review comments and compile resubmittal packages
Coordinate with expediters or AHJ contacts as directed
Support drawing and permitting workflows for an assigned group of brand clients
Maintain brand-specific prototype libraries under guidance of senior staff
Track brand program nuances including signage standards, drive-thru clearances, equipment footprints, accessibility requirements, and jurisdictional requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3 years in architectural drafting, production design, or closely related role (internships count)
Portfolio required with application
Proficient in Revit (BIM) and AutoCAD for 2D/3D production
Working ability in SketchUp for quick massing / visualization
Adobe Acrobat and/or Bluebeam Revu for markups
Familiarity with Google Earth or similar for site context
Basic understanding of building assemblies, materials, and construction sequencing
Able to coordinate drawing details across disciplines
Able to read and interpret surveys, civil grading plans, utility plans, engineering drawings, and specifications
Basic Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) for communication and tracking
Exposure to municipal permit processes: filling out applications, navigating online submittal portals, tracking status
Basic understanding of building and zoning code concepts (occupancy, egress, fire separations, ADA / accessibility)
Interior / fixture design experience or coursework
Familiarity with multi-site rollout or prototype-based design programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Flexible work from home options available