Revit CAD Draftsman – Residential Floorplans

Westwind Homes; McAllen (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential construction firm is seeking a highly detail-oriented Revit CAD Draftsman to convert existing floorplans into fully developed Revit model sets. This freelance role involves 3D modeling, accurate measurements, and detailed annotations. The ideal candidate has advanced Revit proficiency, is organized, and can work independently. Responsibilities include generating plan sheets and ensuring precision in documentation. This position offers a hybrid workspace with a pay range of $40,000 - $55,000, reporting directly to the Purchasing Assistant/CAD Estimator.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in drafting and residential construction documentation.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and detailed plan set development.

Responsibilities

• Convert existing floorplans into fully developed Revit model sets.
• Create accurate 3D models including walls, roofs, and elevations.
• Generate construction documentation for estimating and purchasing.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit

Strong understanding of residential construction methods

Strong organizational skills and digital file management

Ability to read and interpret architectural plans

Job description

Revit CAD Draftsman – Residential Floorplans

Freelance / Contract (Per Plan Set Compensation)

Workspace: Hybrid

Pay Range: $40,000 - $55,000

Schedule: Monday - Friday

SEEKING

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and technically skilled Revit CAD Draftsman to assist in the digital recreation and development of existing WestWind Homes floorplans using Autodesk Revit. This freelance role involves converting existing floorplans into fully developed Revit model sets, including 3D modeling, accurate measurements, schedules, tables, and detailed annotations based on provided examples and specifications. The selected candidate will work on a per-set basis and report directly to our Purchasing Assistant / CAD Estimator (RGV) for coordination, revisions, and approvals. If you are precise, efficient, and passionate about residential construction documentation, we want to work with you.

OUR WORK CULTURE

Mission Statement: WestWind Homes fulfills families' dreams by creating an exceptional home ownership experience with extraordinary customer service. Since 1993 and over two decades, WestWind Homes has been building award-winning homes in vibrant communities. We deliver quality and craftsmanship in every home we build.

Our 7 Beliefs of doing Business Gods Way:

• Care: We will strive to demonstrate care for our dedicated employees by creating incentive opportunities for our workforce and investing in their personal, spiritual, and professional growth.
• Respect: We value racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity and respect the right of all employees to maintain a personal belief or faith while in turn respecting and adhering to the basic principles and policies that guide our culture.
• Integrity: We will seek to “optimize” rather than “maximize” profits by operating under biblical principles; considering customer loyalty, fair and just service and the ability to positively impact our community.
• Servanthood: We strive to model a Godly Corporation by serving our customer’s needs as exemplified by the True Servant, Jesus Christ.
• Stewardship: We commit to steward the resources entrusted to us without exploiting their sources, producing a fair return for our investors, and returning a tithe to God for their use.
• Diligence: We seek to provide the benefits, value, and service our customers want by continually and creatively solving complex production and distribution problems with excellence.
• Balance: We Believe in Balance of Work and personal life while maintaining extra-ordinary effectiveness and a 40–50-hour maximum work week.

OBJECTIVES

• Convert existing WestWind Homes floorplans into fully developed Revit model sets
• Build accurate 3D BIM models reflecting structural and architectural details
• Generate complete plan sheets including dimensions, schedules, legends, and construction tables
• Maintain consistency with WestWind Homes drafting standards and provided examples
• Ensure plans are ready for estimating, purchasing coordination, and construction reference
• Organize and manage digital files with clean naming conventions and version control

JOB DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES & AUTHORITIES

• Develop detailed residential plan sets in Autodesk Revit
• Create accurate 3D models including walls, doors, windows, roofs, ceilings, and elevations
• Input measurements and ensure dimensional precision
• Generate schedules (doors, windows, materials, finishes, etc.)
• Incorporate tables and details as required per provided template
• Coordinate revisions with Purchasing Assistant / CAD Estimator
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary WestWind Homes plan files
• Deliver completed sets within agreed deadlines
• Implement redlines and requested modifications efficiently

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit (Residential BIM experience required)
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and engineering details
• Knowledge of dimensioning standards and construction documentation
• Experience creating schedules and parametric families preferred
• Strong organizational skills and digital file management
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer-based drafting
• Ability to review large-format drawings digitally
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

BENEFITS

(None listed)

Additional Notes about this Position

Reports directly to:
Purchasing Assistant / CAD Estimator – RGV
WestWind Homes