Architectural / Construction Drafter

Job Title: Architectural / Construction Drafter

Location: Baltimore, MD

Job Type: Full-time

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Salary: Commensurate with experience

About the Company:

Alliance Exterior Construction is a leading facade and building envelope contractor specializing in roofing, wall systems, architectural metal panels, glazing, and building envelope construction. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovative solutions, we serve clients across commercial, institutional, and industrial sectors in the Baltimore-Washington area.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Architectural / Construction Drafter to join our growing engineering department. The ideal candidate is a recent college graduate or early-career professional with experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit, understands architectural and construction drawings, and can translate design intent into clear, practical installation and fabrication drawings.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow within a construction company and become a key member of our engineering and preconstruction team.

Key Responsibilities:

· Prepare and revise shop drawings, fabrication drawings, installation drawings, and coordinated details.

· Develop drawings for:

o Architectural metal panels

o Curtain wall and storefront

o Roofing and waterproofing interfaces

o Building-envelope transitions and details

· Review architectural, structural, and consultant drawings for conflicts and constructability issues.

· Incorporate project specifications, manufacturer requirements, and field conditions into drawings.

· Coordinate drawings with Project Managers, Superintendents, Engineers, Architects, GCs, and manufacturers.

· Assist with preparation and review of RFIs and submittals.

· Perform drawing takeoffs and assist estimating when needed.

· Develop field dimensions and existing-condition drawings from project information and field measurements.

· Maintain drawing standards, revisions, and document control.

· Identify potential constructability issues before they reach the field.

· Assist with development and maintenance of company-standard details and drawing libraries.

· Provide engineering and drafting support to Project Managers and field operations.

· Occasionally visit jobsites to verify dimensions and existing conditions.

· Review manufacturers shop drawings or 3rd party shop drawings and revise as needed. ---

Qualifications:

· Recent graduate or 2+ years of experience in architectural drafting, construction drafting, engineering drafting, or a related field.

· Proficiency with AutoCAD.

· Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural construction drawings.

· Strong understanding of construction terminology and detailing.

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

· Strong communication and organizational skills.

Why Join Us?

Alliance Exterior Construction is a growing commercial exterior contractor specializing in roofing, wall systems, architectural metal panels, glazing, and building-envelope construction.

As our Engineering Department continues to grow, this position provides an opportunity to help build the department—not simply fill a drafting position. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility in design coordination, engineering support, constructability, and project development.

Apply today to become part of a growing team and help build the engineering capabilities of a leading commercial facade contractor.