Drafter

Actalent; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Actalent in Buffalo, NY seeks a Drafter to produce civil and architectural drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and Civil 3D, supporting parking lots, multifamily buildings, and industrial plant expansions.

You will collaborate with engineers, architects and PMs, manage multiple job numbers, and progress from junior to primary drafter while maintaining quality and schedule.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or certification in drafting, civil engineering technology, or related field.
• 2+ years of civil or architectural drafting experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2020 or newer.
• Exposure to Civil 3D and Revit; understanding of each platform.
• Experience drafting construction documents for architecture, civil, and structural projects.
• Knowledge of steel and concrete representations in drawings.
• Familiarity with permitting processes and construction documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed civil and architectural drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, or similar software.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and PMs to develop plans for various projects.
• Interpret design standards and project requirements for compliant drawings.
• Manage workload to complete about one project per week.
• Maintain organized records of drawings and revisions across many job numbers.
• Participate in project meetings to review design intent.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Associates degree or certificate in drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Job Title: Drafter

This drafter role supports a diverse portfolio of civil and architectural projects, with a strong emphasis on building-related drafting. The drafter produces high-quality drawings and documentation for projects such as parking lots, retaining walls, multifamily buildings, office fit-outs, and industrial plant expansions, while collaborating closely with engineers, architects, and project managers.

Job Description

This drafter role supports a diverse portfolio of civil and architectural projects, with a strong emphasis on building-related drafting. The drafter produces high-quality drawings and documentation for projects such as parking lots, retaining walls, multifamily buildings, office fit-outs, and industrial plant expansions, while collaborating closely with engineers, architects, and project managers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed civil and architectural drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, or other drafting software to support building and site development projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to develop plans for parking lots, retaining walls, multifamily buildings, office fit-outs, and industrial plant expansions.
• Interpret and apply design standards, specifications, and project requirements to ensure compliant and constructible drawings.
• Manage and prioritize workload to complete approximately one project per week while meeting quality and schedule expectations.
• Maintain organized records of drawings and revisions across a large portfolio of active job numbers, including a significant portion of civil-based projects.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity in all drafting deliverables, including construction documents and supporting details.
• Participate in project meetings to review design intent, clarify requirements, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Work under the guidance of a senior drafter initially and progressively take on responsibility as the primary drafter supporting projects.
• Apply knowledge of structural materials such as steel and concrete in the preparation of structural and architectural drawings.
• Incorporate permitting requirements and construction documentation standards into drawings and project deliverables.
• Support drafting for commercial clients and high-value projects, including expansion planning and industrial plant work.
• Work independently with occasional advice from a supervisor, demonstrating ownership of assigned drafting tasks and projects.

Essential Skills

• Associates degree or certification in drafting, civil engineering technology, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in civil or architectural drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2020 or higher.
• Exposure to Civil 3D and Revit, with an understanding of the fundamentals of each platform.
• Experience preparing construction documents and drafting for architecture, civil, structural design, and construction projects.
• Knowledge of structural materials such as steel and concrete and how they are represented in drawings.
• Familiarity with construction techniques and documentation requirements as they relate to drafting.
• Good communication skills to coordinate effectively with engineers, architects, and project managers.
• Committed work ethic and a desire to build a long-term career in drafting.
• Ability to work independently with occasional guidance from a supervisor.
• Experience drafting for commercial clients and high-value projects.
• Knowledge of permitting processes and construction documentation standards.
• Familiarity with expansion planning and industrial plant expansion projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using Revit and Civil 3D beyond basic exposure is beneficial.
• Background in building design, drafting/design, and engineering-focused drafting.
• Experience supporting a variety of project types, including multifamily, commercial, and industrial facilities.
• Ability to manage multiple active job numbers and maintain organized, version-controlled drawing records.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy in all drafting work.
• Interest in working in a family-like, collaborative environment.
• Desire to support a well-established firm with a unique and diverse project portfolio.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office environment in Buffalo. The drafter initially works under a senior drafter and, over time, becomes the primary drafter supporting projects. The role involves daily use of AutoCAD 2020 or higher, with exposure to Civil 3D and Revit, and focuses on production drafting for civil, architectural, structural, and construction documentation. The work environment emphasizes a family-like culture, strong work-life balance, and a supportive team atmosphere. The organization offers a unique project portfolio, including commercial and industrial work, and provides benefits such as five holidays, two floating holidays, and an office closure during the week between Christmas and New Years.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $63000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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