About The Company

At Rothschild Downes (RD), we deliver more than projects — we deliver places where people, brands, and communities thrive. With over 30 years of experience, we are the nation’s trusted partner in retail tenant coordination, project management, and design services, shaping some of the most iconic mixed-use and retail destinations in the country.

Our mission is clear: to provide the highest standard of care in Tenant Delivery — building enduring value for developers, owners, and operators while ensuring tenants open on time, on budget, and with maximum impact.

Our culture is fueled by five guiding values: Thinking Forward, Remarkability, Attitude, Drive, and Creative Growth. These values underpin The RD Way — our belief that there’s always a way forward, backed by boundless energy, optimism, and relentless pursuit of excellence. By combining strategic insight with disciplined execution, we consistently deliver outcomes that exceed expectations.

Position Overview

Rothschild Downes is seeking a detail-oriented Design Technician to support our CAD & Design Services department to deliver high-quality design, documentation, and visualization assets across commercial real estate projects. This role is ideal for a technically skilled professional who excels at production support, file management, and quality control while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. The Design Technician plays a key role in maintaining RD design standards, ensuring accuracy, and helping projects move efficiently from concept through execution.

Key Responsibilities

CAD Production & Documentation

Produce and update CAD drawings including lease plans, test fits, surveys, and architectural documentation under the direction of supervisor
Revise drawings based on redlines, markups, and project feedback while maintaining RD standards

Design & Visualization Support

Assist with preparation of renderings, visual packages, and presentation materials as directed
Support the development of design deliverables for internal and client-facing use

Quality Control & Standards Compliance

Perform quality checks on drawings for accuracy, formatting, layer management, and compliance with internal standards
Ensure consistency across CAD files, templates, and documentation

File Management & Organization

Maintain organized CAD files, project backgrounds, and template libraries
Support proper file naming, version control, and data management workflows

Project Coordination & Team Support

Coordinate with brokers, project managers, and internal teams to support timely delivery of design materials
Assist with site surveys, field verification, and documentation updates as needed

Process & Continuous Improvement

Support internal CAD & Design Services initiatives, workflow improvements, and documentation updates
Follow established procedures and contribute to improving efficiency and accuracy within the CAD & Design Services team

Qualifications

Experience in production, architectural drafting, or design support roles
Associate’s degree or coursework in Architecture, Drafting, Design Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience supporting commercial real estate, architectural, or design services teams preferred
Strong attention to detail and quality assurance
Time management and task prioritization
Clear communication and ability to follow direction
Reliability and accountability
Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn
Adaptability in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Technical & Design Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit or BIM exposure a plus)
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
Basic to intermediate understanding of lease plans, LODs/SLDs, and merchandising plans
Strong file management skills and familiarity with formatting and documentation standards
Experience with SAAS-based tracking or project management tools is a plus
High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and compliance

Part-time to full-time opportunities

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