Drafter

Dekker; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dekker in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Drafter to create detailed architectural drawings and plans using AutoCAD, Revit, and related software. You will work on multi-disciplinary teams on complex federal-sector architecture projects, including multifamily housing, commercial, and education facilities, with a hybrid onsite schedule.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of drafting experience, an associate degree in drafting or related field, strong collaboration and communication skills, and the

Qualifications

• Hybrid work environment with 3 days onsite; applicants must live in the Albuquerque, NM area.
• US Citizenship required.
• Associate’s degree in drafting, architecture or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency in drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit). Knowledge of SketchUp, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite is advantageous.
• Ability to translate client ideas into visual and/or tangible references such as drawings or models.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed architectural drawings and plans using design software, including floor plans, elevations, sections, and details.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of drawings and specifications, adhering to relevant building codes and standards.
• Work closely with team members to interpret design concepts and incorporate feedback into drawings.
• Collaboratively engages in project work with responsibilities as assigned.
• Provide consultation and team collaboration in the planning, design, and coordination of projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Education

Associate’s degree in drafting, architecture or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Dekker is seeking Drafters to contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams and support the delivery of complex, Federal-sector architecture projects. The role allows the individual a chance to work on technical and sustainable projects. This position offers the opportunity to make firm-wide contributions to projects ranging from, Multifamily Housing, Commercial and/or Education (K-12 & Higher Ed)

Responsibilities

• Create detailed architectural drawings and plans using design software, including floor plans, elevations, sections, and details.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of drawings and specifications, adhering to relevant building codes and standards.
• Work closely with team members to interpret design concepts and incorporate feedback into drawings.
• Collaboratively engages in project work with responsibilities as assigned.
• Provide consultation and team collaboration in the planning, design, and coordination of projects.

Qualifications

• This is a hybrid work environment with 3 days onsite required. Applicants must live in the Albuquerque, NM area
• US Citizenship required.
• Associate’s degree in drafting, architecture or related field.
• 2 + years of relevant experience
• Strong proficiency in drafting software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit). Knowledge of additional design software (e.g., SketchUp, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite) is advantageous.
• Ability to translate client ideas into visual and/or tangible references such as drawings or models
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Dekker offers competitive benefits and salary packages based on education and experience. For a full list of our benefit options, please visit our careers page.

Dekker is a team of designers, planners, architects, and engineers, intent on creating passion for the built environment through our work. We believe that architecture and design can be transformational and that it must serve more than just a functional role. It should inspire, protect, delight, and empower users and entire communities. We believe the most innovative designs are created through a multi-faceted perspective of places, people, and their processes. Collaboration, empathy, and understanding, combined with passion and expertise can shape our experiences and our environments. We strive to tune our ability to see things through the eyes, hearts, and minds of our clients. If you think your vision, passion, and experience would enhance ours, we’d love to meet you.

EEO: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, and any other protected class under state or federal law.