The posting
Looking for Philippines-based candidates
Job Role: Architectural Draftsmen
Compensation range: $1,500 AUD - $2,200 AUD / Monthly
Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement
Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 8 AM - 4 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your time.
Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home.
Who The Client Is: Our client is an established construction and property development business that brings building projects from concept through completion. With a strong focus on collaboration, quality, and efficient execution, the company delivers tailored solutions across a diverse range of developments.
Driven by continuous improvement and a hands-on approach to project management, the organization values innovation, accountability, and long-term relationships. As the business continues to grow, it is expanding its team with professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional service and high-quality outcomes.
Role Overview: We are looking for an Architectural Draftsmen to join a growing Australian construction team. This role is responsible for producing accurate, high-quality architectural drawings and documentation across various stages of the residential building process; from concept and tender through to building approval and construction.
You will work closely with internal teams, customers, councils, certifiers, engineers, surveyors, and other external consultants to ensure projects are accurately documented, compliant with Australian building requirements, and ready for construction. It is essential that you have over 3 years experience working with Australian businesses designing and updating plans during construction of highrise apartments (minimum 4 storey) and commercial buildings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design high level architectural drawings to Australian building standards for council design approval and construction purposes
- Prepare and manage detailed residential drawings, including site, earthworks, retaining, floor, roof, elevations, sections, schedules, facades, kitchens, bathrooms, slabs, electrical, landscape, structural, stormwater, 3D models, and other required documentation.
- Do a material takeoff of whole projects based on your finished designs and material choices
- Work out the most cost efficient material choices in areas where materials can vary
- Work virtually alongside the site manager, project manager and contract administrator to constantly give advice regarding designs, or when required give further details for plans or update drawings
- Monitor weekly workflow, prioritise tasks, track project progress, and proactively identify and resolve issues affecting deadlines.
- Produce accurate, high-quality architectural working drawings on time, from initial custom sketches and concept plans through to tender, contract, building approval, DA, and construction documentation.
- Prepare amended plans and update documentation based on approved variations and project changes.
- Liaise and coordinate with councils, certifiers, planners, engineers, surveyors, and other external consultants to resolve design requirements and ensure projects are ready for construction.
- Manage building approval processes, including responding to authority requirements, preparing additional drawings and reports, and assisting with conditions of approval and application issues.
- Prepare and maintain standard construction details, detail registries, master drawings, facades, and ArchiCAD documentation and library structures.
- Ensure designs are safe, buildable, and compliant with applicable building codes, regulations, and legal requirements.
- Apply quality assurance processes and checklists to maintain accuracy and consistency across all drafting and design work.
- Review plans and documentation to identify potential issues, resolve discrepancies, and escalate risks to management when required.
- Develop and improve drafting systems, processes, and production standards in collaboration with the Design and Drafting Manager.
- Support the CRM team with 3D walkthrough creation and navigation when required.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of construction practices, materials, building industry trends, and relevant standards through ongoing training and professional development.
- Follow company values, best-practice procedures, and quality standards while performing other duties reasonably required within the role.
Requirements
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years Australian residential high rise (4-6 storey) and commercial, and or hotel/ luxury boutique accommodation drafting experience (Queensland strongly preferred).
- Prior demonstrated experience working with Australian businesses or clients is essential and evidence of previous work within the Australian building industry will be required
- Proficient with ArchiCAD or another architectural program that provides equivalent detailed architectural drawings and strong Australian/Queensland commercial experience
- Strong experience producing architectural working drawings and construction documentation- previous work will be required for consideration
- Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, materials, and detailing.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify drafting and compliance issues.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
Work Arrangement & Expectations:
This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.
To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:
- Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
- Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)
