CAD Drafter

We are looking for detail-oriented Drafters to produce shop drawings and material takeoffs for commercial roofing cladding and architectural sheet metal projects. Your takeoffs jump-start procurement so Project Managers can review finalize and release material orders months before field measurements are available. We welcome candidates with experience in roofing cladding or sheet metal or any combination of these. Candidates will be matched to project types based on their background.

• Project is awarded and handed off from estimating to the PM.

• Drafter prepares shop drawings and completes the initial material takeoff from the same set working primarily from contract/architectural drawings (DWG/PDF).

• Takeoff is reviewed with the team; Project Managers review and finalize before any order is placed.

• Takeoff/cut list is delivered to the PM as an organized Excel sheet (plus Autodesk layout exports where useful) so materials can be released to external suppliers.

• Turnaround is set per task and project scope. Tasks can range from a few hours to multi-week drawing sets.

• Takeoffs: Perform quantity takeoffs from architectural and engineering drawings. Roofing: square footage membrane (e.g. TPO/PVC) insulation board counts fasteners edge metal flashing. Cladding and sheet metal: panel counts and lengths clips trims flashing coping master-sheet optimization for ACM/MCM and linear footage for field roll-forming.

• Cut lists & orders: Build supplier-ready cut lists and order data in Excel or via Autodesk export following the templates and examples provided.

• Shop drawings: Produce shop drawings roof plans panel layouts elevations and details in AutoCAD; mark up in Bluebeam.

• Review & release: Walk takeoffs through with the team incorporate PM feedback and release materials once finalized.

• Quality: Verify quantities against drawings engineering manufacturer specifications and local codes before release.

• Experience: Drafting experience is the core requirement. An experienced superintendent / senior superintendent who has installed systems and done their own takeoffs is also a strong fit.

• Industry knowledge: Experience in commercial roofing cladding or architectural sheet metal (one or more) is preferred but not required. Experience in both roofing and cladding/sheet metal is a plus. Must read architectural drawings and understand material limitations (e.g. trims panel widths sheet optimization).

• Technical skills: Proficiency in Autodesk/AutoCAD (team uses 2025) and Bluebeam (or Adobe Acrobat Pro); strong Excel skills.

• Core attributes: High attention to detail accuracy under deadlines and ability to manage multiple projects at once.

• Communication: Clear written and verbal English for working with Project Managers and the wider team.

• Software seats: A license/seat will be provided for every program required for the role (e.g. Autodesk/AutoCAD Bluebeam).

• Own device: If working on a personal computer it must be able to run AutoCAD and Bluebeam reliably. Devices will be checked against the specifications below during screening.

• Monitors & accessories: Candidates must provide their own dual-monitor setup and associated accessories (keyboard mouse headset with microphone webcam cables/docking).

• Employment type: Full Time

• Days: Monday through Friday

• Working hours: US business hours Central Time (9:00 AM5:00 PM CT; 8:00 AM4:00 PM CT also acceptable)

• Location: Fully Remote

• Performance-based raises.

• Minimum 5 days off annually (paid or unpaid based on client terms).

• Annual cost-of-living adjustments at your one-year anniversary.

• Opportunities for continuous career growth.