Senior Associate, CAD Specialist

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.  

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.  

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

Senior Associate, CAD Specialist

The Village Housing CAD Draftsperson Senior Associate supports the Village Management team by developing, updating, and maintaining accurate CAD drawings and maps for housing and operational spaces and site plans in the Olympic and Paralympic Villages and Grooms Accommodation. This role plays a key part in translating existing conditions site and floor plans into an Olympic Village planning approach, ensuring that space allocations, adaptations, and operational requirements are clearly reflected in all drawings and presentation documents. 

Reporting to the Allotment Manager, who is responsible for the assignment of residential and operational spaces to National Committees staying in the Village this position collaborates closely with internal functional areas and external stakeholders to collect, validate, and integrate spatial data.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate existing conditions site and floor plans into Olympic and Paralympic Villages and Groom Accommodation CAD drawings, following the established Village planning and drawing approach. 
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to collect, validate, and integrate spatial and operational data into drawings and maps. 
• Reflect agreed adaptations and changes in CAD drawings based on stakeholder requirements and planning decisions.  
• Verify on-site measurements and venue dimensions to ensure accuracy of drawings and spatial representations.  
• Support the preparation and updating of Early Allotment documents, including site and floor plans, maps, and supporting documents and visual presentations.  
• Proactively suggest opportunities to optimize the use of existing internal and external spaces while respecting operational and accessibility requirements. 
• Provide drawing and mapping support to other Village-related projects as required, even when not directly related to the core allotment scope. 
• Collaborate with the Allotment team in the assignment process of housing and operational spaces for NOCs and NPCs.  
• Develop PowerPoint presentations, planning documents, reports, and other materials required by the Village team.
• Provide general support as needed, including administrative and non-administrative tasks. 

Background & Requirements:

• 4+ years of professional experience
• Proven experience producing and managing CAD drawings and presentation documents, preferably for large venues, residential complexes, or event-related projects.  
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD or similar); experience with mapping and space-planning tools is a plus. 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with measurements, layouts, and technical drawings.  
• Ability to interpret planning requirements and translate them into clear visual representations.  
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.  
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and revisions simultaneously.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); ability to support presentation and document preparation. 
• Flexibility to support a range of tasks beyond core CAD responsibilities as project needs evolve. 
• Experience with large-scale event planning is an asset but not required. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• This role is based in our Los Angeles office, and work is primarily conducted in an office environment with frequent site visits to village locations.    
• Must be able to navigate large residential and operational zones, including during Games-time conditions.    
• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods.  
• Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

The annual base salary range for this position is $73,000 - $95,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.