Part-Time Temporary Architect Drafter
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Part-Time Temporary Architectural Drafter to our team based in Pittsburgh, PA.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Position Summary:
Tetra Tech is seeking a Part-Time Temporary Architectural Drafter to provide drafting and technical support for a variety of commercial, industrial, municipal, and federal projects. This position will work closely with architects, designers, engineers, and project managers to develop accurate drawings and construction documents using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and proficient in computer-aided drafting, with the ability to follow established design standards and incorporate markups and design direction from project team members.
Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
Prepare and revise architectural drawings, plans, details, and construction documents using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
- Develop drawings from sketches, redlines, markups, field notes, and direction provided by architects, designers, engineers, and project managers.
- Assist with the preparation of floor plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, and other project documentation.
- Update existing drawings and record drawings to reflect design changes and field conditions.
- Maintain drawing accuracy, consistency, organization, and compliance with company and client drafting standards.
- Assist with coordination of architectural drawings with structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and other engineering disciplines.
- Perform basic quality control checks of drawings for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
- Organize and maintain project drawing files, models, and related technical documentation.
- Assist with incorporating comments and revisions resulting from internal reviews, client feedback, and project coordination.
- Support architects, designers, engineers, and project managers with additional drafting and project documentation needs.
- Perform other related drafting and project support duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent education or training in Architectural Drafting, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Architecture, or a related field.
- 1+ years of architectural drafting, CAD, or related professional experience.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD.
- Basic understanding of architectural drawings, construction documents, and drafting standards.
- Ability to read and interpret sketches, redlines, plans, and technical drawings.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficiency or working experience with Revit.
- Experience preparing architectural drawings for commercial, industrial, municipal, federal, or infrastructure-related projects.
- Familiarity with Bluebeam and other document review or BIM coordination tools.
- Knowledge of basic building construction methods, materials, and applicable drafting standards.
- Experience working in an architectural, engineering, or consulting environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to occasionally travel to project sites, including walking on uneven terrain and navigating active construction environments while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
- Primarily office or remote office environment with computer-based drafting work.
- Occasional travel to client offices and project or construction sites.
- Potential exposure to varying weather conditions and construction site environments during field visits.
Additional Information
- This is a part-time, temporary position with flexible scheduling based on project workload.
- Hours may vary depending on business needs and project assignments.
- Opportunity to support a diverse portfolio of projects while working alongside experienced architects, designers, engineers, and other technical professionals.
- This position is primarily focused on drafting and production support and does not require architectural licensure.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
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