Schedule: 40 hours per week, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST (with one-hour lunch break)

Responsibilities

• Produce permit-ready architectural and engineering drawing sets for submission to the New York City Department of Buildings
• Draft a variety of construction documents including general construction, architectural enlargements, mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, and electrical drawings
• Ensure all drawings comply with jurisdiction-specific permitting standards and building codes
• Translate conceptual designs into complete, submission-ready permit drawing sets
• Conduct self-reviews and quality checks to minimize revision cycles and maintain accuracy
• Coordinate with the business owner to align deliverables with project timelines and client requirements

Requirements

• Proven experience using AutoCAD for architectural and engineering drafting
• Demonstrated experience preparing drawing sets for building permit submissions to a U.S. city agency or comparable jurisdiction
• Strong understanding of construction documentation standards and building code compliance
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to drawing accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong written communication skills for coordinating project updates and clarifications

Scope

• Full-time dedicated role, 40 hours per week, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST (with one-hour lunch break)
• Serve as the primary draftsperson handling all drafting output for the business
• Support multiple concurrent projects across various construction and engineering disciplines
• Progressively take ownership of the full drafting workflow to free up the business owner's time
• Deliver work that is ready for agency submission with minimal corrections required

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health insurance coverage for eligible locations

Note

• Please click the Apply button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.