Primary Responsibilities and Expectations
Perform regular audits and quality control of DDE team member work before Final Review submittal.Perform as needed site evaluations, drafting, and design for architectural and structural projects as requested by the client of JDS Consulting. Work shall be performed promptly and submitted for review and requested before project delivery. Work collaboratively with the DDE team members.Work collaboratively with other JDS employees in leading the company towards its long-term vision of being a premier provider of structural engineering services in the region.Work with the Technical Review Manager to support and implement engineering standards, policies, safety standards and training.Work with the Engineering Department to oversee, interpret, and approve data collection, reporting, and presentation of deliverables.Provide escalation support for technical departmental issues.Ensure overall customer satisfaction.Interpret data, prepare technical reports, and communicate report findings to clients and/or regulatory staff as needed. Regularly oversee the Technical and Final Review log and manage updates/notifications of review issues. *DDE= Design, Drafting, & Engineering* QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree from a U.S.-accredited university in Civil or Construction Engineering or related field.
Experience: 1-2 years of construction experience. Coursework and experience in concrete and steel design.
Skills:
Knowledge of Residential construction methods, Building codes, and such material for research and reference on projects and client and team questions. Exposure to AutoCAD with some project experience.Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Gmail, and the ability and willingness to learn new software applications.Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, the ability to multitask, and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team.Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey data both internally and externally.Proficiency with Microsoft and Google applications. Excellent time-management and organizational skills with high attention to detail.Environment: Office sites and virtual office.
Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental InsuranceHealth insuranceLife insurance9 Paid holidaysPaid time off (vacation, sick, bereavement, parental leave)Tuition reimbursementVision insuranceBonus structurePosition Summary
The Project Coordinator works collaboratively with other JDS employees in leading the Company toward its long-term vision of being the premier provider of engineering, design, and construction material testing in the Southeast. An employee in this position will be responsible for the accurate and timely coordination of multiple aspects of the Plans Department’s projects and processes, following JDS directives and standards, and accurately reporting project set-ups, logs, and billing sheets. The Project Coordinator is expected to act as an ambassador for the JDS brand.
Primary Responsibilities and Expectations
Classify a wide variety of projects and project set-ups multiple times daily.
Manage scope, schedule, and budget of each project assignment; including tracking, adjusting and/or verifying the status of each project with a high degree of accuracy and delivering information in a timely fashion, as required, to the DDE Director.
Update the Project Log and Management Log daily.
Update billing daily and report daily billing totals on Management Log.
Maintain accuracy in managing the billing procedures of the company; including receiving Project Task and Time data, entering purchase orders and invoices; verifying all client information, recording total work hours, and developing billing totals.
Use critical thinking and analysis to review procedures, including identifying potential inefficiencies and recommending practical solutions.
Updating Client Specification Documents, Plan Issues Documents, and drafting guidelines as needed.
Perform drafting services as deemed necessary by DDE Director.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering or other equivalent technical discipline preferred.
Experience: At least three (3) years working primarily in offices as a projects-oriented drafter and project coordinator.
Skills:
Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Gmail, and the ability and willingness to learn new software applications.
Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, the ability to multitask, and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey data both internal and external.
Proficiency with Microsoft and Google applications.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Must have excellent drafting skills as well as strong understanding and aptitude for the administration and coordination of multiple complex projects.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey data both internally and externally.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills with high attention to exacting details.
Environment: Office sites, remote, and field sites.
Position Summary
The preferred candidate will have experience in CAD Drafting and Design. An ideal candidate will work with a team of other drafters and designers to perform structural engineering and building design services for production home builders, custom home builders, and light commercial construction. Ideal candidate to have an architectural design background for national, regional, and custom builders. Candidate must be able to lead drafters on multiple projects and communicate with multiple clients regularly.
Primary Responsibilities and Expectations
Highly detail-oriented
Self-motivated
Ability to work with focus and care.
Interest in this field of work.
2 or 3 years of AutoCAD experience required.
Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions on simultaneous assignments.
Ability to read design drawings, maps, and sketches.
Reasonable ability to sketch concepts for graphic representation.
Reasonable ability to perform mathematical and statistical computations.
Intermediate knowledge of the techniques, practices, methods, and procedures of building inspection.
In-field construction experience required.
Strong knowledge of standard construction practices and details.
MS Office & Adobe Acrobat skills required.
Education in a related field is desired.
Must be authorized to work in the US.
Qualifications
Education: Possess an associate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Surveying, or a closely related field from an accredited college, university, or technical school.
Experience: At least (2) years of full-time experience performing computer drafting,
Engineering, construction, or architectural work with a focus on CAD.
Skills:
Knowledge of the techniques, practices, methods, and procedures of AutoCAD /or computer-aided design. Ability to communicate with clients verbally, orally, and timely.
Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Gmail, and the ability and willingness to learn new software applications.
Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, the ability to multitask, and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey data, both internal and external
Highly Proficient with Microsoft and Google applications.
Excellent time-management skills with close attention to detail.
Must be able to manage multiple projects at a time and communicate with clients and managers about project status regularly
The Construction Services Field Technician I works collaboratively with other JDS employees in leading the Company toward its long-term vision of being the premier provider of engineering, design, and construction material testing in the region. An employee in this class will accurately perform tests and record data for quality control and engineering inspections that follow Local, regional, & National standards as well as the JDS directives and standards. The Construction Services Field Technician is expected to act as an ambassador for the JDS brand and mission.
Primary Responsibilities and Expectations
Maintain a positive working relationship with all department staff and other JDS personnel
Makes site visits and communicates with clients
Basic plan reading and interpretation skills
Maintain organization of project information and paperwork
Utilizes equipment to mechanically test soil, such as the DCP test
Auger and test in-place soil for compaction, density, and moisture content using a variety of methods
Locating and plotting tests on project data sheets
Determining soil types and bearing capacities
Manage documentation of soil testing, including all analysis and necessary daily activity reports
Perform other quality control services for construction materials during placement
Perform inspections on certain aspects of the project as required
Ability to search the web and other resources for solutions
Obtain other certifications needed as dictated by local agencies and JDS
Keep the vehicle clean and maintenance up to date
Maintain NCDOT QMS certification
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or Associate's degree
Experience: Previous soil testing or construction experience is desired, but not required.
Skills:
Excellent written and oral communication skills convey data both internally and externally
Excellent time-management and organizational skills with close attention to detail
Excellent customer service skills and response time
OSHA 10-hour training required (8-hour refresher courses must be current)
Must understand and be able to apply local, regional, and national regulations as well as JDS standards in the assessment of new and ongoing projects
Software Proficiency:
MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher
Adobe Acrobat & Other PDF Editors
Google Suite – Gmail, Gdocs, Gsheets, GData, GForms, Keep, Meet, Drive
Dropbox
Awardco
ADP Platform – Timesheets, Vacation MGMT, Learning Management System
Equipment Proficiency:
DCP – Dynamic Cone Penetrometer
SCP – Static Cone Penetrometer
Laser Level
Laser Tape
Hand Auger
Probe Rod
Gas Auger
Hammer Drill/Auger
Rebound Hammer
Drive Tube
Sand Cone
Air Pressure Pot
Slump Cone
Cylinder Molds
Core Sampler
Cell Phone w/ Camera & Drive/Dropbox Integration
All in-house lab testing equipment
NCDOT QMS Certified
