Technical Specialist, Facilities Architecture

The Facilities Architectural Technical Specialist is responsible for Job Captain type function for a historic studio lot and across the Americas portfolio. The role presents opportunity to modernize, streamline, and own processes in architectural documentation, and drawing management across various disciplines in Facilities, including design, architecture, MEP, construction, and facilities administration. In parallel, this role will also support small interior design requests.

Responsibilities:

Architectural Documentation and Drawing Management

Organize and maintain architectural and engineering document library in hard copy and digital formats

Coordinate with Project Manager to issue background drawings to outside architects and engineers

Assure CAD documents received from outside architects and engineers meet SPE layering standards

Manage 3rd party drawing management service and/or software

Coordinate distribution of Issue for Construction documents in hard copy format to Sony construction and specialty trades

Ensure redlined as-builts are updated on the digital drawing set, either with outside architects and engineers, or internally

Polyline updates, publish, and release drawings to Archibus for corporate offices, production offices, parking/security, sound stages, and general studio lot and Americas

Liaison with Archibus data team to ensure all updated information is properly integrated into the system

Provide dimensioned plans and elevations to Studio Services/Events, and Studio Operations teams

Scan hardcopy documents to digital library

Update lot maps

Manage miscellaneous requests for drawings across various user groups

Produce pricing and construction documents to support small in-house design/construction projects

Conduct field verifications and update as-built drawings

Create and maintain CAD drawings standards, detail standards, and space standards

Create and maintain signage standards for all buildings in the Culver City portfolio

Interior Design

Support minor interior design requests inclusive of but not limited to office furniture layouts and coordination, art and graphics, finishes, renderings, space plans, etc.

Architectural and Construction Administration

Support Facilities Operations for architectural review and field conditions

Conduct code reviews and respond to internal code inquiries

Respond to request for information (RFI) and submittals where necessary

Learning and Development

Requirements:

3-6 Years of Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Architectural and interior design background

Strong understanding of construction documentation and building codes

Strong critical thinking and organizational skills

• •Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• •Previous experience in entertainment, facilities, and property management is a plus
• •Ability to produce 3D renderings
• •Ability to work in a fast-paced environment necessary

Strong computer applications skills with an aptitude to learn new applications required

Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and basic Microsoft Suite programs, Bluebeam

Must be familiar with Archibus or IWMS Software

AIA, CID, IIDA, or NCIDQ certification preferred

The anticipated base salary for this position is $97,200-$121,500. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

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