What are the responsibilities and job description for the FF&E Drafting Technician position at Planate Management Group?
Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida. Our technical support centers extend across Southeast Asia and East Africa, enabling us to provide comprehensive program management and facilities engineering services worldwide.
As a trusted small business partner, Planate specializes in planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services. We proudly support the missions of the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and its branches—Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps—along with various U.S. federal agencies, delivering exceptional service across the globe.
The Role
We are looking for an FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment) Drafting Technician to join our team in Palo Alto, CA. In this role, you will collaborate with interior designers and equipment planners to develop and maintain FF&E documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Your expertise will contribute to the successful delivery of interior design projects, particularly within the healthcare, commercial, and industrial sectors.
As a trusted small business partner, Planate specializes in planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services. We proudly support the missions of the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and its branches—Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps—along with various U.S. federal agencies, delivering exceptional service across the globe.
The Role
We are looking for an FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment) Drafting Technician to join our team in Palo Alto, CA. In this role, you will collaborate with interior designers and equipment planners to develop and maintain FF&E documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Your expertise will contribute to the successful delivery of interior design projects, particularly within the healthcare, commercial, and industrial sectors.
- Collaborate with Interior Designers and Medical Equipment Planners to establish and uphold FF&E drawing documentation standards.
- Review and verify the accuracy and completeness of drawings to ensure they meet established guidelines and standards.
- Conduct site surveys, obtain existing AutoCAD and Revit FF&E files, and develop As-Built drawings.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive AutoCAD and Revit FF&E library, maintaining a systematic filing system for easy retrieval and reference.
- Assist the VA with Vlogic in creating and maintaining a digital As-Built database for drawings and related documents.
- Provide regular updates on the progress of FF&E drafting projects, promptly reporting any concerns or necessary modifications.
- Ensure all FF&E documentation adheres to industry regulations and quality standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate feedback and ensure project alignment.
- Conduct quality control checks on drafted documents to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Perform other related responsibilities as needed to support the team and project objectives.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in drafting and CAD/BIM file management for interior design or architecture projects, with a focus on healthcare, commercial, or industrial buildings.
- Autodesk Certified Professional in Revit Architectural Design and AutoCAD for Design and Drafting is preferred.
- Proficient in Revit, demonstrating competency in modeling, documentation, collaboration, project standards, and information analysis.
- Skilled in AutoCAD, with the ability to manage application and drawing content, design annotation, and output configuration.
- Knowledgeable about building codes, regulations, and safety standards relevant to the industry.
- Capable of interpreting architectural, interior design, and engineering plans and specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex drafting projects independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with teams and stakeholders and the production of technical reports.
- CAD and Revit work samples are required for review.
- Must lawfully reside in the United States and be eligible for employment (Planate does not sponsor visas or work permits).
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical insurance, 401K plan eligibility upon hire, short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a health and savings account plan, paid holidays, paid time off, wellness offerings, training
