Designer/Drafter
The Contractor Consultants · Pittsburgh, PA · 1 mo ago
Art & Creative$55k–$90k/yrFull-time
About the role
You will serve as a vital link between our sales pipeline and field operations, transforming initial concepts into constructible realities. This role gives you the autonomy to own the drafting lifecycle and produce high-end visual assets that elevate the client experience. You will drive project accuracy from day one, directly influencing the construction success of our rapidly expanding regional portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Translate approved sales handovers into comprehensive, construction-ready structural blueprints for our field crews.
- Generate high-quality 3D renders that vividly communicate design concepts and structural details to clients.
- Design structurally sound plans incorporating specific deck building and custom outdoor construction methodologies.
- Collaborate with the technical team to resolve design discrepancies before plans reach the jobsite.
- Utilize specialized design software to maintain an organized, high-throughput plan production pipeline.
- Update project blueprints dynamically to reflect client-requested modifications or field adjustments.
Requirements
- Proven professional experience operating CAD, SketchUp, Enscape, or equivalent architectural design software.
- Demonstrated practical understanding of deck building, framing, and residential outdoor construction methods.
- Solid track record of managing technical design workflows without needing entry-level supervision.
Qualifications
- 3 or more years of professional drafting and 3D modeling experience in a construction environment.
- Advanced proficiency in rendering realistic materials, lighting, and environmental textures for client pitches.
Skills
- Proficiency in CAD, SketchUp, Enscape, or similar software.
- Understanding of deck building and residential outdoor construction methods.
- Ability to manage technical design workflows independently.
- Experience creating high-quality 3D renders.
- Strong organizational skills to maintain an efficient plan production pipeline.
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary ranging from $55,000 to $90,000 based on structural design experience.
- Uncapped commission structures and performance-based bonuses tied directly to production outcomes.
- Reliable full-time compensation model within a highly collaborative and flexible hybrid working environment.
Pay
$55,000 - $90,000 per year plus Performance Based Bonus and Commission
Schedule
Full Time