Architectural Drafter – ENG

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Create comprehensive architectural permit sets in AutoCAD based on redlines, markups, and project templates.

• Establish base drawings and site plans derived from land surveys.

• Customize standard unit plans and detail libraries for each new site.

• Draft floor plans, elevations, sections, wall sections, details, and schedules.

• Incorporate structural, MEP, and Title 24 consultant drawings into the documentation set.

• Implement plan check corrections based on marked-up PDFs.

• Maintain organized, correctly named files and ensure they are backed up according to company standards.

• Provide support for a California-based architecture firm in generating permit-ready construction documents for residential and small multifamily projects, including ADUs, garage conversions, and small apartment buildings.

⛳️ Requirements

• Exceptional written and verbal English communication abilities.

• Advanced, practical experience with AutoCAD.

• Proven track record in producing architectural permit or construction document sets, ideally for US clients.

• Experience with residential or small multifamily projects; familiarity with ADUs and garage conversions is advantageous.

• Knowledge of California permit sets and Title 24 documentation is beneficial.

• Capability to interpret and work from land surveys, redlines, and marked-up PDFs.

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.

• Availability to work in US time zones, particularly Pacific Time, during the graveyard shift from the Philippines.

• Willingness to start within two weeks of receiving a job offer.

• Comfort with using time tracking tools such as Time Doctor.

• Possession of a laptop or desktop that can run AutoCAD, along with noise-cancelling headphones and a webcam.

• Access to a licensed version of AutoCAD or willingness to utilize client-provided licenses.

• Reliable internet connection with a minimum speed of 50 Mbps.

• Backup equipment for power and internet disruptions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and PDF markup tools like Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Health insurance/medical coverage in your home country.

• Paid time off.

• National holidays observed.

• Sick leave provisions.

• Full-time commitment of 40 hours per week.

• Recognition and rewards program for elite VA service.

• Support from the HR team.