Architectural Drafting (Design & Architecture)
Full time
About Lofty Building Group
We are a proud South Australian owned and operated residential building company that has spent the last eleven years driving innovation and quality in the residential & commercial building industry. Our team is genuinely passionate about building and because of this, we have established a reputation for consistently delivering an exceptional quality of personal service to our very valued clients throughout the process of building with us.
What we offer you
The opportunity to join a rapidly growing & developing company that has a strong appreciation for good people, hard work, and enjoy a role where no two days are the same.
* Additional paid day off for your birthday
* Networking and Professional Development opportunities
* Industry Memberships
* Opportunities for career development
The role
As our Architectural Drafter / Building Designer, you will be responsible for creating high-quality concept, planning, and working drawings, ensuring compliance with NCC and company specifications, industry standards, and client requirements. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, creative problem-solving, and collaboration to achieve project objectives, and support other teams within the business to meet budget constraints and client expectations.
Key duties
* Create concept planning and working drawings, and process amendments as scheduled by the Design Manager
* Ensure all plans are accurate, consistent, and meet company and relevant building codes and standards, through comprehensive quality checks
* Re-draw client-provided plans to align with company specifications and integrate client inclusions
* Prepare compliant building designs for council submission and liaise with councils to ensure designs meet approval criteria
* Liaise with engineering consultants, timber/steel framing suppliers, and other key stakeholders to ensure documentation consistency
* Incorporate feedback from engineers to enhance the structural and practical aspects of designs
* Ensure all designs align with the client’s set budget while maintaining company standards
* Meet scheduled deadlines for all tasks set by the Design Manager
* Provide timely and accurate responses to stakeholder inquiries
* Foster positive relationships with clients, engineers, councils, and other key stakeholders
Requirements for the role
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a design or drafting role within the Residential construction industry
* Degree or diploma in building design, architecture, or a related field.
* Proven experience with building design and council submission processes
* Strong knowledge of residential construction processes, materials, and industry standards
* Proficiency in AutoCAD. Other relevant design software knowledge is desirable.
* Strong understanding of structural design, and NCC Australian Standards.
* Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail
* Ability to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality
* Effective communicator, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
* Proactive problem solver with the ability to identify issues early and propose effective solutions
* A team player who contributes positively to the team environment and collaborates effectively with colleagues
* Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
To Apply:
Click apply now and upload a current Resume addressing the criteria above. Candidates are required to be located in Australia with full working rights to be considered.
Application Process:
All applicants will be contacted via email in the first instance to advise if progressing or if unsuccessful. For further information and a confidential discussion contact Michaella Prow on 0434 983 743 / recruitment@esshr.com.au
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