Architectural CAD Technician

About the Company

Haley Ward is a multidisciplinary consultancy based in Bangor, Maine, with branches in several states including Massachusetts. The firm specializes in engineering, environmental services, architectural design, BIM, surveying, and planning. Nearly 300 employee-owners share a culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and delivering exceptional client services that often exceed expectations. Haley Ward emphasizes teamwork, mentoring, and face-to-face interaction to optimize productivity and client outcomes.

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Architectural CAD Technician to provide construction documentation support to our Architecture team. This role corresponds to an AIA Architectural staff level I (non-licensed) position, involving the preparation of precise, coordinated construction drawings under the guidance of a Project Architect or Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed construction documents such as plans, sections, details, and schedules using Revit software.
• Ensure drawings comply with established standards, building codes, and system requirements.
• Coordinate architectural plans with engineering teams and external consultants.
• Incorporate quality assurance and project team feedback into drawings.
• Assist with construction administration tasks including revising drawings and clarifying documentation.
• Utilize Bluebeam for efficient plan review and collaboration.
• Independently measure and document existing site conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Between 4 and 6 years of technical experience in an architectural or A/E environment.
• Previous experience working under a Project Architect or Project Manager on multidisciplinary projects.
• Proficiency in Revit for construction documentation.
• Strong skills in detailing, building codes, construction standards, and methods.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and capable of meeting tight deadlines.
• Adept at handling multiple assignments simultaneously both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with AutoCAD software.
• Experience with both new construction and renovation projects.
• Knowledge of wood frame, masonry veneer, and steel construction techniques.
• Exposure to Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and rendering tools such as Lumion, Twinmotion, Enscape, or V-Ray.

Additional Information

Location: Northborough, Massachusetts, requiring reliable commuting or relocation prior to starting. This role offers a potential hybrid work model combining in-office and remote work contingent on business needs.

Compensation: The hourly pay for this position ranges approximately from $26.78 to $31.42. Actual salary may vary due to experience, location, education, and skills. Pay reviews occur annually and adjustments are made for role advancement and licensure.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health, dental, and vision plans or a monthly stipend if insured independently
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match and Roth option
• Paid time off and eleven paid holidays including a creative holiday schedule
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account options
• Supportive culture fostering work-life balance, professional growth, and community involvement