CAD Drafter/Project Assistant

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Chicago Heights, IL, USA
In-Office
26-34 Hourly
Junior
Professional Services • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Create and revise fence layouts and construction drawings in CAD, assist with project coordination and scheduling, review site plans and measurements, manage permits and dig numbers, generate work orders, and track bids, proposals, and project documentation while coordinating with managers, crews, vendors, and clients.
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About Fence Masters

Fence Masters is a fast-growing Chicago-area fencing company specializing in residential and commercial fencing solutions. We pride ourselves on high-quality craftsmanship, dependable project execution, and strong customer service. We are seeking motivated team members looking to grow long-term within the company.

Position Overview

Fence Masters is seeking a detail-oriented CAD Drafter / Project Assistant to join our team full-time onsite in Chicago. This position is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional interested in growing within the construction and fencing industry. The ideal candidate is organized, eager to learn, and comfortable managing project handoffs in a fast-paced environment. Experience with AutoCAD or similar drafting software is required. Candidates with drafting, construction, fencing, or project coordination experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and revise fence layouts and construction drawings using CAD software

  • Assist with project coordination, scheduling, and administrative support

  • Review site plans, blueprints, surveys, and measurements

  • Coordinate with project managers, crews, vendors, and clients

  • Create work orders based on quotes and project plans

  • Obtain and manage dig numbers and other related permitting information

  • Track bids, proposals, and other key project metrics through organize project documentation

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of drawing experience

  • Recent graduate or early-career professional preferred

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting & Design Technology, CAD Technology,

    Construction Management, Architectural Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, or

    related field preferred

  • Experience with AutoCAD or similar drafting software required

  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to read construction drawings and measurements

  • Construction, fencing, or project coordination experience is preferred

  • Motivated to learn and grow within the company

  • Familiarity with AI-assisted workflows or automation tools is a plus

Compensation

  • Competitive pay based on experience

  • Typical range: approximately $26–$34/hour

  • Opportunity for long-term growth and advancement

Skills Required

  • 2-3 years of drawing experience
  • Experience with AutoCAD or similar drafting software
  • Ability to read construction drawings and measurements
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Motivated to learn and grow within the company
  • Recent graduate or early-career professional
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Drafting, CAD, Construction Management, Architectural Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field
  • Construction, fencing, or project coordination experience
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted workflows or automation tools
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The Company
5 Employees

What We Do

Fence Masters is a prominent fence contractor providing a wide variety of fence and gate solutions for residential and commercial clients in Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland areas. As the largest fence contractor in the Midwest and the original PVC fence fabricator for the region, they focus on delivering high-quality installations and affordability through direct-from-factory pricing for their customers.

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