Architectural and Civil Drafters: 
Prepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Use knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings.
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About the Job
| Primary Industry | Architecture and Construction |
| Indiana Average Salary | $50,900.00 |
| Average Time to Fill | 44 days |
| Typical Education | Associate's degree |
| Typical Experience | |
| Current Openings | |
| 2 Year Projected Openings (2016-2018) | 318 |
| 2 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2018) | 3.14 % |
| 10 Year Projected Openings (2016-2026) | 1,359 |
| 10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2026) | 1.96 % |
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Skills Profile
Essential (Soft) Skills
Essential Skills to Employers
Attention to Detail
Information Gathering
Critical Thinking
Creativity
Written Communication
Integrity
Technology and Tool Usage
Organization
Resource Allocation
Leadership
Decision-making
Professionalism
Adaptability
Oral Communication
Problem-solving
Numerical and Arithmetic Application
Information Gathering
Critical Thinking
Creativity
Written Communication
Integrity
Technology and Tool Usage
Organization
Resource Allocation
Leadership
Decision-making
Professionalism
Adaptability
Oral Communication
Problem-solving
Numerical and Arithmetic Application
Top Job Duties and Responsibilities
Getting Information
Review engineering data or reports
Explain engineering drawings, specifications, or other technical information
Interpret architectural or engineering information from blueprints or schematics
Review architectural, mapping, or drafting related codes and specifications
Read engineering related operating, service, or repair manuals
Gather physical or topographical survey data
Conduct geological surveys
Survey land or properties
Research property records
Explain engineering drawings, specifications, or other technical information
Interpret architectural or engineering information from blueprints or schematics
Review architectural, mapping, or drafting related codes and specifications
Read engineering related operating, service, or repair manuals
Gather physical or topographical survey data
Conduct geological surveys
Survey land or properties
Research property records
Thinking Creatively
Design office layout
Draw design, letter, or line graphics or illustrations
Develop informational maps or charts
Design construction projects
Draw subject or item sketches
Create physical models or prototypes
Develop graphic designs or models
Write business project or bid proposals
Determine methods of how engineering operations are carried out
Draw design, letter, or line graphics or illustrations
Develop informational maps or charts
Design construction projects
Draw subject or item sketches
Create physical models or prototypes
Develop graphic designs or models
Write business project or bid proposals
Determine methods of how engineering operations are carried out
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
Estimate costs of design or construction materials
Prepare cost estimates
Convert design specifications to cost estimates
Estimate operational costs
Calculate grades and elevations
Estimate engineering project material requirements
Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects
Prepare cost estimates
Convert design specifications to cost estimates
Estimate operational costs
Calculate grades and elevations
Estimate engineering project material requirements
Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
Create drafting or mechanical drawings
Determine design criteria or specifications of product, project, or service
Create graphical representations of energy production systems
Create graphical representations of structures or landscapes
Create graphical representations of civil structures
Draw prototypes, renderings, plans, or maps to scale
Lay out electrical wiring for buildings or facilities
Determine design criteria or specifications of product, project, or service
Create graphical representations of energy production systems
Create graphical representations of structures or landscapes
Create graphical representations of civil structures
Draw prototypes, renderings, plans, or maps to scale
Lay out electrical wiring for buildings or facilities
Analyzing Data or Information
Interpret artifacts, architectural features, or structures
Evaluate designs or specifications to ensure quality
Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans
Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes or products
Interpret aerial photographs
Perform cost benefit analysis
Evaluate designs or specifications to ensure quality
Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans
Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes or products
Interpret aerial photographs
Perform cost benefit analysis
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Booster Skills & Certifications
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| Skill or Certification | Certi - fication | Certification | Hard to Fill | Expensive to Fill |
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| Budgeting | ||||
| 3D Modeling/ Design | ||||
| Structural Design | ||||
| Engineering Design | ||||
| Cost Estimation | ||||
| Technical Writing / Editing | ||||
| Structural Drawings |
