Drafter

We're Hiring: Drafter!

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Role: Drafter

Work Arrangement: Work From Office

Location: Philippines - Makati

Schedule: Morning shift

Job description:

Purpose of the Role:

• Drafting of shop drawings for review and approval by the client and their nominated representatives
• Generation of production drawings & download programs for joinery manufacture

Key Accountabilities:

Commercial

• Identify & report on any variation opportunities (off-site) to the Project Manager
• Ensure variations are approved by the Project Manager prior to proceeding with drawings

Project Start Up

• Set Up
• When required, attend Handover Meetings to understand the full project scope.
• Obtain the current project program, finishes schedule and all required documentation from the Project Manager
• Understand and monitor the Production Schedule (Progress Tracker) in consultation with the Drafting Manager & Project Manager
• Strategy / Planning
• Attend the Method of Construction (MoC) workshop, understanding outcomes for inclusion in drafting
• Assist in establishing drafting strategy in consultation with the Project Manager, Drafting Manager & Operations Manager
• Understand the key project risks identified by the Project Manager, assisting in their management and monitoring as it relates to drafting
• Assist in identifying premanufacture & standardisation opportunities with the Project Manager (push for this wherever possible to optimise manufacturing flexibility)
• Where required, attend prototype inspections and understand agreed outcomes to incorporate for the project delivery

Procurement

• Review Estimating handover documentation to assist in understanding the project
• Assist in monitoring lead times for all project materials with suppliers

Program & Progress

• Report to the Drafting Manager & Project Manager on any matters that are or may delay the efficient completion of shop drawings
• Understand and assist in maintaining drafting program/schedule
• Drafter should coordinate and request site measurements via the PM

Project Administration

• Assist Project Manager in preparation of RFI's and general correspondence

Documentation

• Client Documents
• Obtain current documentation as issued by client from Project Manager
• Report any observed variation entitlements & opportunities as a result of drawing revisions by the Client
• Shop Drawings
• Operate in accordance with the determined drafting strategy
• Prepare shop drawings as required by the production schedule & Progress Tracker
• Prepare for submission, detailed shop drawings with a current status shop drawing register when ready for review
• Raise for review any manufacturing issues for assessment and direction by the allocated Project Manager and Drafting Manager
• Always maintain a current Shop Drawing register
• If client approvals are at risk of delaying our progress in any way, advise the Project Manager & Drafting Manager immediately
• Follow standardised drafting procedures
• Downloading Production Drawings
• Manage downloads as required to maintain the Production Schedule & Progress Tracker
• Assist in addressing any issues raised regarding manufacture; assembly; transport and site process that can be improved for the remainder of the project

Manufacturing

• Consult with Operations Manager & Drafting Manager on a regular basis about production needs
• Attend factory as required to assist factory team undertake their processes efficiently

Quality Control & Defect Management

• Process red sheet requests from site as required for defect rectification on site as requested by the Project Manager
• Aged red sheets in system to be escalated to Factory Manager for close out

WSH&E

• Comply with all company safety & environmental policies, standards, and practices

General

• Understand and operate within the Limits of Authority (LoA) document
• Comply with the standardization of documentation and processes for the business

Qualification and requirements:

Professional:

• Change to Able to work autonomously
• Able to contribute & work in a team environment
• Has the ability to negotiate and influence outcomes
• Is quality-focused and can assess risk
• Is prepared to question and consult
• Demonstrated administration skills

Personal:

• Shows initiative and adaptability
• Demonstrates time management, planning and organization skills
• Has good verbal and written communication skills and can easily build rapport
• Is innovative and can solve problems
• Team player
• Self-driven and able to work autonomously

Qualifications/Experience:

• Preferred 5 years experience in the use of Cabinet Vision
• Have trade experience in Cabinet Making
• On site installation experience preferred, but not essential

Non-negotiable skills & requirements:

• Experience in the use of Cabinet Vision
• Have trade experience in Cabinet Making

Perks & Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and life insurance on your 16th day of employment, covering 1 free dependent on the 16th day of employment
• Flexible leave credits which may be used for vacation, emergency and sick leaves
• Superb and exciting Mid-Year Parties – with items to give away and cash prizes!
• Endless opportunities for career advancement
• Exclusive ATM inside the office for employee's convenience
• Annual Performance Review with Salary Increase
• We set you up for success with a company-provided PC/Laptop and fiber internet connection
• Look forward to weekly office perks for work from office staff – Free Coffee, Meals and Beer Fridays!
• Top notch workplace with first class VIP lounge and game rooms
• Child friendly spaces to cater to the needs of employees with children, enhancing work-life balance
• Participate and join our CS Social Clubs and Special Interest Groups to connect with colleagues
• International career growth and connections
• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals
• Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program through Lifeworks
• In-house psychiatrist available to support employees well-being
• Become part of the Employee Share Units program
• Cloudstaff Dream Points - To be used for bidding useful items like appliances, kitchenettes etc.

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