[Hiring] Pre-Construction Associate @Nightowl

Role Description

The Pre-Construction Associate plays a key role in supporting architects, engineers, project managers, and field teams in the early phases of project development. This role combines technical drafting, project coordination, and pre-construction documentation to ensure designs are accurate, buildable, and aligned with project requirements.

• Drafting & Design Support
  • Prepare detailed shop drawings, layouts, and multiple-view drafts using AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
  • Convert sketches, hand-drawn concepts, and architectural notes into precise digital drawings.
  • Ensure all designs comply with fabrication limitations, construction standards, and project specifications.
  • Maintain and continuously update the AutoCAD block library.
• Pre-Construction Documentation
  • Assist architects and engineers with estimating, plan takeoffs, crowdsourcing, bid preparation, and other pre-construction deliverables.
  • Produce comprehensive planning reports and visual materials for client presentations.
  • Record and track daily and weekly project progress for internal monitoring and reporting.
• Project Coordination
  • Collaborate with project managers, field installers, and shop personnel to confirm field conditions and clarify design requirements.
  • Provide ongoing support to field teams during installation and fabrication stages.
  • Monitor, evaluate, and recommend improvements to urban plans or project layouts as needed.
• Quality & Compliance
  • Review architectural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications to verify accuracy and buildability.
  • Ensure that all documents, drafts, and revisions meet internal quality standards and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of recent AutoCAD experience; proficiency with ZWCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Photoshop is highly beneficial.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and architectural sketches.
• Good mathematical and analytical skills, especially for computing dimensions and drawing contours.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent time management and a proactive, self-starting attitude (“can do” / “will do”).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Experience in sheet metal drafting or coordination (preferred but not required).
• Background in the food services industry or projects involving specialized fabrication (preferred but not required).
• Experience providing documentation or support during field installation phases (preferred but not required).
• Basic technical writing experience (reports, research summaries, business documentation) (preferred but not required).
• Creative eye for visuals and ability to produce presentation-ready outputs (preferred but not required).

Benefits

• Above market salary
• HMO on Day 1 for principal and two dependents
• Government-mandated benefits
• Performance-based Incentives
• Quarterly Company Events
• 1,000 PHP De Minimis
• Equipment and software provided