How do they match: Architectural and Civil Drafters

  • 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.

  • Prepare colored drawings of landscape and interior designs for presentation to client.
  • Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bidding documents, and technical reports for specific projects under an architect's or engineer's supervision.
  • Calculate excavation tonnage and prepare graphs and fill-hauling diagrams for use in earth-moving operations.
  • Calculate heat loss and gain of buildings and structures to determine required equipment specifications, following standard procedures.
  • Determine procedures and instructions to be followed, according to design specifications and quantity of required materials.
  • Draw rough and detailed scale plans for foundations, buildings, and structures, based on preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets, and other data.
  • Finish and duplicate drawings and documentation packages according to required mediums and specifications for reproduction, using blueprinting, photography, or other duplicating methods.
  • Obtain and assemble data to complete architectural designs, visiting job sites to compile measurements as necessary.
  • Represent architect or engineer on construction site, ensuring builder compliance with design specifications and advising on design corrections, under supervision.
  • Review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data to ensure that they conform to design concepts.

  • Prepare contracts, disclosures, or applications.
  • Prepare detailed work plans.
  • Prepare procedural documents.
  • Prepare technical reports for internal use.
  • Evaluate designs or specifications to ensure quality.
  • Explain engineering drawings, specifications, or other technical information.
  • Review details of technical drawings or specifications.