DRAFTER III
MOBILE AND TUSCALOOSA, AL

This position provides the Project & Design Teams with experienced drafting support to create and modify architectural drawings during all phases of project design and implementation. Acts as a lead resource for Drafter I and Drafter II positions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Prepares complete and accurate detailed drawings involving structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other systems using advanced computer-aided drafting techniques in compliance with designated due dates.
2. Prepares construction bid documents.
3. Ensures that all project drawings and revisions are properly controlled and maintained in the designated project files.
4. Applies current building codes, city, state and federal regulations, American with Disabilities Act requirements and other regulatory guidelines as appropriate.
5. Assists with project management to ensure completion in accordance with designated design, code, specification, construction standards and schedule requirements.
6. Maintains and fosters client and consultant relationships.
7. Continually keeps project architect, project manager, supervisor and/or principal informed of project status and of pertinent issues as they arise.
8. Provides training, direction and assistance for Drafter I and Drafter II positions.
9. Ensures that all hours are accurately entered at the project level in the time tracking module each day.
10. Maintains current knowledge of relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment and/or systems.
11. Follows all Ward Scott Architecture, Inc. policies and procedures.
12. Performs these and other duties as assigned and performs them with minimal supervision.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School or Post Secondary Training in AutoCAD, or equivalent.
• Advanced drafting skills required.
• Additional coursework in architecture, industrial design or related fields preferred.
• Five years of drafting experience required; eight years preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Expertise with current building codes, city, state and federal regulations, American with Disabilities Act and other regulatory codes required.
• Must have advanced working knowledge of architectural and construction design operations.
• Must have good communication skills and ability to effectively interface with others.
• Valid driver’s license required.