Architectural Drafter Designer

Role Overview

Join an Australian construction team as a Remote Architectural Drafter/Designer. You’ll produce accurate, construction-ready architectural and construction drawings for Australian residential and light commercial projects, working closely with project managers, engineers, and estimators.

Responsibilities

• Prepare architectural drawings and construction documentation from sketches, mark-ups, engineering details, and specifications.
• Create detailed floor plans, elevations, sections, framing details, and other construction drawings.
• Revise and update drawings throughout the design and construction process.
• Ensure documentation complies with Australian building standards, including NCC requirements and project specifications.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, estimators, and other team members to maintain design accuracy.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, and organized project documentation.
• Interpret and work from architectural plans, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Support development of complete construction-ready documentation for residential and light commercial projects.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Architectural Drafter, Building Designer, or Architectural Technician.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (or other industry-standard drafting software).
• Strong understanding of architectural drafting standards and construction documentation.
• Ability to accurately interpret sketches, engineering drawings, and technical instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail; commitment to producing accurate work.
• Strong written and spoken English communication.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.
• Reliable computer, stable internet, and a dedicated workspace.

Highly Preferred

• Prior experience supporting Australian construction projects.
• Familiarity with the National Construction Code (NCC) and Australian Standards.
• Experience with residential and/or light commercial construction.
• Knowledge of structural timber framing, facade systems, and Light Gauge Steel Framing (LGSF/LSF).
• Experience preparing 2D construction documentation.
• Knowledge of construction quality procedures and material take-offs.
• Ability to read/interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Drafting-related qualification (Bachelor’s degree or diploma) is an advantage.

How Success Looks Like

You’re proactive, detail-oriented, comfortable collaborating with an Australian-based team remotely, managing multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines.