CAD Drafter​/Estimator

Blunier Builders, Inc. is a construction company located in Washington, IL that specializes in post frame buildings (pole buildings) for a variety of applications including agriculture, residential, and commercial use. We are seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative CAD Drafter/Estimator to join our growing team. The individual will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. If you are a CAD expert who thrives on technical precision, cross-team collaboration, innovative design solutions, this is the role for you.

• Develop comprehensive blueprint packages utilizing modern CAD modeling software systems, producing exact floor plans, elevation layouts, structural sections, custom construction details, and precise truss drawings.
• Own the project designby drafting complete, construction-ready architectural building plans derived directly from preliminary designs and client contracts.
• Generate detailed shop drawings: shop for fabrication items such as custom cedar trusses, structural I-beams, and all pre-fabricated building components ready for the construction team to assemble
• Optimize project efficiency and ensure budget accuracy through accurately detailed material take-off lists.
• Compile and deliver finalized project material lists seamlessly matched with corresponding structural drawings for production teams.
• Engage in collaborative peer reviews of architectural drawings and material order lists to guarantee accuracy before site production begins.

• Detail Oriented & Good Organizational skills are a must
• Strong communication skills, both written & verbal:
  Ability to decipher subcontractor proposals and actively participate in professional peer reviews.
• Analytical Math
  
  Skills:
  
  Proven capability to calculate precise material take-offs and manage estimation metrics.
• Strong proficiency in a professional CAD drafting modeling software
• Blueprint
  
  Experience:
  
  Understanding of residential or commercial construction components, including layouts, custom sections, and truss configurations
• Min. 3 (preferably 5+) years of drafting experience developing plans for buildings, preferably in post-frame industry

• Great compensation package
  • Outstanding Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Company 401(k) match,
  • Paid Vacation time
  • Company clothing allowance
  • Competitive wages
• People-first company culture:
  Ownership holds at high value, employee growth, empowerment, and shared success
• Professional Industry Growth:
  Training, experience and direct exposure to end-to-end project management, and project coordination.
• Collaborative Culture:
  Become part of an amazing team culture that values peer feedback, collaboration, technical accuracy, and shared project wins.