How do they match: Architectural and Civil Drafters

  • Architectural Technician
  • Architectural CAD Technician
  • Architectural Computer-Aided Design Technician
  • Architecture Technician
  • CAD Technician
  • Civil Technician
  • Civil CADD Technician
  • Civil Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Technician
  • Computer-Aided Design Technician
  • Drafting Technician

  • Analyze building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements, and other technical documents and reports to determine their effect on architectural designs.
  • Calculate weights, volumes, and stress factors and their implications for technical aspects of designs.
  • Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bidding documents, and technical reports for specific projects under an architect's or engineer's supervision.
  • Supervise and train other technologists, technicians, and drafters.
  • Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, or technical investigations to obtain data required to revise construction drawings.

  • Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects.
  • Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans.
  • Explain engineering drawings, specifications, or other technical information.
  • Prepare technical reports for internal use.
  • Provide technical guidance to other personnel.
  • Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
  • Review technical documents to plan work.
  • Review details of technical drawings or specifications.
  • Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.