# Chief Architect Draftsman

**Company:** [Virtual Assist](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/3QZ68BGcxcSiMisP4zda5n.md)
**Location:** Remote
**Workplace:** remote
**Employment type:** Part-time

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## Description

We are seeking an elite-level Chief Architect Designer / Draftsman who is highly proficient in Chief Architect software and capable of producing accurate as-built models, construction drawing sets, and photorealistic renderings for high-end residential remodeling and custom home projects.

This is a client-facing role, **requiring strong spoken and written English communication skills with clear fluency and a neutral or minimal accent**, as the candidate will participate in client discussions, presentations, and design reviews.

## Requirements

**Key Responsibilities:**

-   Create accurate as-built residential models in Chief Architect from Matterport scans, surveys, photos, sketches, and field measurements.
-   Develop detailed 3D models of existing and proposed homes, additions, remodels, and custom residential projects.
-   Model site conditions including topography, grading, retaining walls, docks, seawalls, driveways, landscaping, hardscapes, and outdoor living spaces.
-   Produce complete bid-set and construction drawing packages, including site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, details, demolition plans, and cabinet layouts.
-   Prepare professional drawing sets in multiple sheet sizes and scales according to company standards.
-   Create high-quality 3D visualizations, photorealistic renderings, and presentation materials for client meetings and project proposals.
-   Utilize rendering and visualization software to enhance lighting, materials, environments, backgrounds, and overall presentation quality.
-   Review, refine, and correct Chief Architect models to ensure structural logic, proper layering, and drafting accuracy.
-   Identify and resolve design conflicts, drafting errors, missing information, and constructability concerns.
-   Maintain company drafting standards, templates, libraries, layer structures, and file organization systems.
-   Collaborate with designers, project managers, estimators, and leadership throughout all phases of project development.
-   Translate conceptual designs into accurate and buildable construction documentation.
-   Ensure all plans, models, and renderings are completed on schedule and meet company quality standards.
-   Manage project revisions, plan updates, version control, and document organization.
-   Assist in developing design alternatives, space planning solutions, and value-engineering recommendations when requested.
-   Support permitting, estimating, and construction teams by providing accurate drawings and project documentation.
-   Participate in quality assurance reviews and continuously improve drafting workflows, standards, and processes.
-   Stay current with Chief Architect updates, industry best practices, residential construction methods, and emerging design technologies.

**Qualifications & Skills:**

-   Expert-level proficiency in Chief Architect software with a minimum of 3 years of professional residential drafting and design experience.
-   Strong understanding of residential construction methods, building systems, construction documentation, and drafting standards.
-   Experience creating accurate as-built models from Matterport scans, field measurements, surveys, and existing plans.
-   Ability to produce complete residential drawing packages, bid sets, floor plans, elevations, sections, and detailed construction documents.
-   Experience modeling complex site conditions, including topography, grading, landscaping, retaining walls, docks, seawalls, and other exterior features.
-   Strong knowledge of layer management, file organization, quality control, and version management within Chief Architect.
-   Experience creating high-quality 3D models, visualizations, and photorealistic renderings for client presentations and project proposals.
-   Familiarity with rendering and visualization software that enhances Chief Architect presentations is preferred.
-   Degree in Architecture, Residential Design, Architectural Technology, Drafting, or a related field is preferred but not required.
-   Experience with residential remodeling, additions, renovations, and custom home projects is highly preferred.
-   Knowledge of residential permitting processes, building codes, and construction practices is a plus.
-   **Strong spoken and written English communication skills with a neutral/minimal**
-   **accent**; must be comfortable in client-facing conversations, presentations, and design discussions.
-   Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving abilities.
-   Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
-   Strong collaboration skills with designers, project managers, estimators, and construction teams.

## Benefits

-   Opportunity to contribute to a growing business by enhancing efficiency and client experience.
-   Supportive and collaborative work environment.