Drafter

NightOwl Consulting

10d

About The Position

In this role, you will act as the vital bridge between design intent and physical reality. You and others from the team will interact closely with homeowners and builders alike to produce unassailable sets of technical drawings that serve as exact instructions for the construction team. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of material behavior, outstanding software mastery, a passion for technical precision, and an affinity to add value to a team of designers.

Requirements

Proficient in AutoCAD LT and drafting in the imperial system
Must seamlessly translate abstract design concepts into precise, legally compliant construction documents
Pristine execution of title blocks, scale notations, aligned annotations, and highly consistent dimension strings
Strong understanding of American building standards
Foundational understanding of local ordinances and state building codes
Proactive, forward-thinking mindset
Strong English proficiency and communication skills

Responsibilities

Meet and exceed fast deadlines with high-quality drawings
Communicate daily with leadership on the progress of assigned projects
Responsible for handling 6-8 projects at a time
Translate abstract design concepts into precise, legally compliant construction documents
Maintain pristine title blocks, scale notations, aligned annotations, and consistent dimension strings across all drawing sets
Ensure drawings comply with American building standards, local ordinances, and state building codes
Incorporate client and team redlines and revisions accurately and efficiently
Collaborate closely with homeowners, builders, and the design team throughout each project
Proactively identify and flag potential design or documentation issues before they impact timelines