How do they match: Architectural and Civil Drafters

  • Architectural and Civil Drafters

  • Civil Engineering Designer
  • Civil Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Technician
  • Civil Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Designer
  • Computer Aided Drafting and Design Operator
  • Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Drafter
  • Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Operator
  • Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Drafter
  • Heating and Ventilating Drafter

  • Prepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Use knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings.

  • Draw rough and detailed scale plans for foundations, buildings, and structures, based on preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other data.
  • Obtain and assemble data to complete architectural designs, visiting job sites to compile measurements as necessary.
  • Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bidding documents, and technical reports for specific projects under an architect's or engineer's supervision.
  • Produce drawings, using computer-assisted drafting systems (CAD) or drafting machines, or by hand, using compasses, dividers, protractors, triangles, and other drafting devices.
  • Represent architect or engineer on construction site, ensuring builder compliance with design specifications and advising on design corrections, under supervision.
  • Reproduce drawings on copy machines or trace copies of plans and drawings, using transparent paper or cloth, ink, pencil, and standard drafting instruments.
  • Review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data to ensure that they conform to design concepts.

  • Explain engineering drawings, specifications, or other technical information.
  • Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.