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architectural-drafter Occupational skill for the role 'architectural drafter' (also: architecture draftsperson, architectural draughter, architectural drafting consultant, architectural draughtsperson, architectural draftsperson, architecture draughtsperson). Use when the user asks for typical architectural drafter work such as: Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time.; Consult with clients to determine functional or spatial requirements of structures.; Prepare contract documents for building contractors.

Architectural Drafter

Architectural drafters make drawings of the specifications and ideas provided by architects. They draw architectural drawings using computer-aided equipment and software, or using conventional methods like paper and pen.

Core workflow

  1. Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time.
  2. Consult with clients to determine functional or spatial requirements of structures.
  3. Prepare contract documents for building contractors.
  4. Integrate engineering elements into unified architectural designs.
  5. Administer construction contracts.
  6. Represent clients in obtaining bids or awarding construction contracts.
  7. Design or plan construction of green building projects to minimize adverse environmental impact or conserve energy.
  8. Design structures that incorporate environmentally friendly building practices or concepts, such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards.

How to use this skill

Key competences (essential)

  • building codes
  • CAD software
  • CADD software
  • check architectural drawings on site
  • construction legal systems
  • construction methods
  • create architectural sketches
  • create technical plans
  • design building retrofitting solutions
  • design drawings
  • draft design specifications
  • draw blueprints
  • execute analytical mathematical calculations
  • integrate engineering principles in architectural design
  • integrated design

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Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/364cb5ca-3002-425f-b815-aefa513df78a), ONET 30.3 (17-1011.00). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*