Revit Technician Sample Job Descriptions

One of the important roles in any building project is that of a Revit technician.  [Your Company Name] is in need of your expertise and experience to create technical drawings and three-dimensional building designs. You need to have a knowledge of computer-aided drafting (CAD) and Revit and be a team player with good communication skills, as you will be working with professionals across disciplines. We are looking for someone detail-oriented who has excellent computer and technical skills. We are looking for someone who is organized, who can manage contract documents, is a self-starter, and who is excited to be a part of our team.

Typical duties and responsibilities

• Use Revit software to create 3-D plans for projects
• Collaborate with architects and engineers on projects
• Determine the proper elements and scale for buildings
• Meet deadlines

Education and experience

Revit technicians need to earn a high school diploma or equivalent, with classes in math, science, design, and computer graphics. Graduates typically continue their education by earning an associate degree from a community college or a certificate from a technical school. Revit certification also is available. 

Required skills and qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong collaborative and interpersonal ability
• Expertise in time management and the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to understand technical drawings and plans
• Advanced math and computer skills
• Creativity and artistic ability
• Keen attention to detail

Preferred qualifications

• Strong attention to detail
• AutoCAD, Revit, MEP, Layout, layout design
• AutoCAD skill: Expert level: 9 or higher on a 1-10 scale, 2+ years experience
• Bachelor’s degree

Job responsibilities:

• Conceptual Design
• Produces preliminary drawings and other design information at the Group Lead or Design Engineer’s direction
• Understand and adhere to the basis of design for assigned projects
• Detailed Design
• Analysis Ability
• Detailing
• Performs dimensional, interference, and basic design checks on layouts and sketches as requested
• Designing for Safety incorporated into drawings
• Detailing
• Participates in coordination review sessions
• Uses ABC Company standards and procedures
• Corrects drawings from annotated mark-ups
• Coordinates and checks own work carefully to minimize all deficiencies, errors, and omissions
• Maintains discipline project drawing files for assigned projects
• Construction Documents
• Produces well-organized, finished drawings of good appearance, accuracy, clarity, and correctness from layouts, sketches, and verbal and/or written instructions
• Construction Support
• Produces field order documents at the direction of the Group Lead or Design Engineer
• Planning, Scheduling, and Profitability
• Meets scheduled key dates
• Discusses progress regularly with Licensed Professional of Record
• Utilizes time efficiently
• Advises Design Manager of changes
• Participation in BID-issued revisions to confirm project scope compliance with drawings
• Project Management
• Records notes of meetings and telephone conversations and reviews with AE Project leadership
• Adheres to established company standards and policies

Education/experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical associates degree preferred
• Technical training in applicable discipline design

Specific knowledge, skills, and certifications:

• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Revit
• Able to organize information received, be thorough in addressing tasks, and be organized in the presentation of information
• Able to visualize verbal directions in 3D

Environmental factors and/or physical requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.

Want a dynamic, fast-paced, fun experience? ABC Company is looking for an experienced Revit Technician to join our future-forward retail team. Work with iconic clients on a range of projects – from the ground up to remodels and everything in between. You will be translating great consumer brands into shopping experiences, assisting on projects from schematic design through construction. Specific responsibilities include the preparation of construction documents using Revit, communication with the Project Team, and BIM coordination across disciplines. Joining our team means that you do not take yourself too seriously, work hard/play hard and are equally comfortable leading as well as doing.

What ABC Company is looking for:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a strategic, big-picture perspective
• Ability to both multitask and be organized
• Master of architectural drafting
• Working knowledge of building codes
• Working knowledge of building design and detailing
• Ability to mentor staff and work independently
• Ability to create BIM content
• Commitment to team success

What ABC Company has to offer:

• Opportunities to work hybrid/remote
• A Historic building with a modernized office environment
• A casual and energetic office environment
• A talented, playful, and inclusive team
• Flexible hours with a focus on work-life balance (and the team to support it)
• Competitive compensation packages

Qualifications:

• Technical, Associate, or Bachelor of Architecture Degree
• Autodesk Certified Professional in Revit for Architectural Design is a plus
• 5+ years of professional experience in an architecture firm preferred
• Master in Revit
• Proficiency in BIM 360 is a plus
• Proficiency in Bluebeam is a plus

Since 1983, ABC Company has provided total design solutions for commercial, retail, religious, automotive, and industrial clients. We are currently seeking an innovative and productive individual to join our team.

Successful candidates will be required to:

• Transform conceptual/schematic designs using Revit into working construction documents
• Be able to review drawings to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards, as well as perform routine drafting and technical tasks as required throughout the project duration
• Participate in the preparation of schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and any additional drawing
• Maintain quality standards, format special requirements, etc. as mandated by office production standards
• Coordinate working drawing information with related outsources and consultants
• Create 3D perspectives
• A minimum of 3-5 years of architectural drafting/design experience within the commercial or retail industries is preferred
• The job requires a high level of proficiency with Revit