Architectural Draftsmen (029-1185)

• →Design high level architectural drawings to Australian building standards for council design approval and construction purposes
• →Prepare and manage detailed residential drawings, including site, earthworks, retaining, floor, roof, elevations, sections, schedules, facades, kitchens, bathrooms, slabs, electrical, landscape, structural, stormwater, 3D models, and other required documentation.
• →Do a material takeoff of whole projects based on your finished designs and material choices
• →Work out the most cost efficient material choices in areas where materials can vary 
• →Work virtually alongside the site manager, project manager and contract administrator to constantly give advice regarding designs, or when required give further details for plans or update drawings 
• →Monitor weekly workflow, prioritise tasks, track project progress, and proactively identify and resolve issues affecting deadlines.
• →Produce accurate, high-quality architectural working drawings on time, from initial custom sketches and concept plans through to tender, contract, building approval, DA, and construction documentation.
• →Prepare amended plans and update documentation based on approved variations and project changes.
• →Liaise and coordinate with councils, certifiers, planners, engineers, surveyors, and other external consultants to resolve design requirements and ensure projects are ready for construction.
• →Manage building approval processes, including responding to authority requirements, preparing additional drawings and reports, and assisting with conditions of approval and application issues.
• →Prepare and maintain standard construction details, detail registries, master drawings, facades, and ArchiCAD documentation and library structures.
• →Ensure designs are safe, buildable, and compliant with applicable building codes, regulations, and legal requirements.
• →Apply quality assurance processes and checklists to maintain accuracy and consistency across all drafting and design work.
• →Review plans and documentation to identify potential issues, resolve discrepancies, and escalate risks to management when required.
• →Develop and improve drafting systems, processes, and production standards in collaboration with the Design and Drafting Manager.
• →Support the CRM team with 3D walkthrough creation and navigation when required.
• →Maintain up-to-date knowledge of construction practices, materials, building industry trends, and relevant standards through ongoing training and professional development.
• →Follow company values, best-practice procedures, and quality standards while performing other duties reasonably required within the role.

• Minimum of 3 years Australian residential high rise (4-6 storey) and commercial, and or hotel/ luxury boutique accommodation drafting experience (Queensland strongly preferred).
• Prior demonstrated experience working with Australian businesses or clients is essential and evidence of previous work within the Australian building industry will be required 
• Proficient with ArchiCAD or another architectural program that provides equivalent detailed architectural drawings and strong Australian/Queensland commercial experience 
• Strong experience producing architectural working drawings and construction documentation- previous work will be required for consideration 
• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, materials, and detailing.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify drafting and compliance issues.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a remote environment.

This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.

To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)