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Job Profile Title:

Technical Designer & Estimator

Job Code:

12685

Business_Title

Technical Designer and Estimator

Profile Title:

12685 Technical Designer & Estimator

Grade / Band:

IC3

FLSA Status:

Exempt

The Technical Designer and Estimator is a critical role responsible for translating creative concepts into technical and logistical plans. This role combines technical design skills with precise estimation to ensure that creative visions are achievable within budget and timeline constraints. The candidate will create a library as designs are made and then cataloged for future use, reference, or reimagination. The Technical Designer will offer creative solutions to achieve overall intended aesthetic.


Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Develop detailed technical drawings, floor plans, and 3D models for event setups, staging, lighting, and decor. Introduce opportunities for flexible design that will serve multiple locations, theming and clients.

Collaborate closely with designers to create a fluid process.

Collaborate with the creative team to ensure that technical elements align with the overall event vision. Introduce new materials and opportunities that support event industry trends

Use CAD or similar software to produce accurate renderings and visualizations for client and team presentations.

Develop an understanding of all properties and outlying restrictions that may or may not support the design.

Coordinate with the fabrication and graphic design team to ensure technical designs meet all structural and operational safety standards.

Communicate directly with vendors to confirm the technical requirements and specifications of materials and equipment. Visit vendors as need throughout builds to ensure accuracy of build and finishing details.

Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and innovations in staging, lighting, AV, and décor. Advise on the latest materials and technical options to enhance event aesthetics while optimizing costs.

This position is an active MREP Ambassador for the company within the events and entertainment industry.

Responsible for training, safety and SOP's that contribute to overall success of the department and MGM company.


Required for All Jobs

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States


Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/
Preferred

Bachelor's Degree

technical cad design

Preferred


Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/
Preferred

4+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Event or theatrical, scenic design

Required


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KSAs

CAD, technical drafting, special planning, rendering, excellent understanding event production logistics, safety standards, budget management.

Communicate technical details to team that does not understand all technical aspects.

Exceptional organization skills and timeline conscious.


Physical Requirements

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirement

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Weight/
w.p.m.

Climbing

X

 

 

 

 

 

Balancing

 

 

X

 

 

 

Bending

 

 

X

 

 

 

Carrying __pounds

 

 

X

 

 

 

Clear speech - simple

 

 

 

X

 

 

Clear speech - complex

 

 

 

X

 

 

Crawling

X

 

 

 

 

 

Crouching

X

 

 

 

 

 

Distant vision

 

 

X

 

 

 

Driving - auto/van

X

 

 

 

 

 

Flexibility - upper body

X

 

 

 

 

 

Flexibility - lower body

X

 

 

 

 

 

Hearing/Listening

 

 

X

 

 

 

Kneeling

X

 

 

 

 

 

Lifting __pounds

X

 

 

 

 

 

Near vision

 

 

X

 

 

 

Normal vision

 

 

X

 

 

 

Pushing/Pulling

X

 

 

 

 

 

Reaching

X

 

 

 

 

 

Sitting

 

 

X

 

 

 

Standing - 5 hours minimum

 

 

X

 

 

 

Stooping

 

 

X

 

 

 

Typing __w.p.m.

X

 

 

 

 

 

Walking

 

 

 

X

 

 


Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected work environments.

Work Environment

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Communication - verbal

 

 

 

X

 

Communication - written

 

 

X

 

 

Confined area

 

 

 

X

 

Contacts - works alone

 

 

 

X

 

Contacts - works around others

 

 

 

X

 

Contacts - works with others

 

 

 

X

 

Exposure to dust / dirt

 

 

X

 

 

Exposure to fumes / odors

 

 

X

 

 

Extreme cold

 

 

X

 

 

Extreme heat

 

 

X

 

 

Fast pace

 

 

 

X

 

Hazardous conditions - Chemicals

 

 

X

 

 

Hazardous conditions - high structures

 

 

X

 

 

Hazardous conditions - high voltage

 

 

X

 

 

Indoors

 

 

X

 

 

Noise levels - low to moderate

 

 

 

X

 

Noise levels - high

 

 

X

 

 

Office conditions

 

X

 

 

 

Outdoors

 

 

X

 

 

Restricted area

 

 

X

 

 

Smoke

 

 

 

X

 

__% Travel

 

X

 

 

 

Vibration

 

 

X

 

 

Wet/Humid

 

 

X

 

 


Mental Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected mental requirements.

Mental Requirement

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Analytical

 

X

 

 

 

Clerical

 

X

 

 

 

Comprehension

 

 

 

X

 

Crisis incidents

 

 

X

 

 

Customer service

 

 

 

X

 

Decision making

 

 

 

X

 

Fatigue

 

 

 

X

 

High pressure

 

 

 

X

 

Judgment

 

 

 

X

 

Long hours

 

 

 

X

 

Math skills - advance

 

 

 

X

 

Math skills - basic

 

 

 

X

 

Memorization

 

 

 

X

 

Organization

 

 

 

X

 

Perception

 

 

X

 

 

Reading - simple

 

 

 

X

 

Reading - complex

 

 

X

 

 

Repetition

 

 

 

X

 

Safety hazards

 

 

X

 

 

Tight deadlines

 

 

X

 

 

Working conditions

 

 

 

X

 

Writing - simple

 

 

X

 

 

Writing - complex

 

 

X