ArchiCAD DESIGNER- US Projects (Remote, India)
Job Title: ArchiCAD Designer
Company: ValoraStaff
Location: Remote -India
Working Hours: 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM IST
Engagement Type: Contract to start, with full-time potential as the company scales
About Us
ValoraStaff is an early-stage staffing and services startup connecting US-based architecture and design firms with experienced, pre-vetted professionals in India. We work exclusively on US projects, and our team members gain direct exposure to international clients and high-growth opportunities across a wide range of building sectors.
Role Overview
We are hiring an ArchiCAD Designer with prior experience on US-based projects. You will work on a variety of project types producing architectural documentation, BIM models, coordinated drawing sets, and 3D visualizations in direct support of US architects, designers, and project teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage ArchiCAD BIM models across all project phases - from schematic design through construction documents
- Produce complete drawing sets including floor plans, elevations, sections, wall sections, RCPs, roof plans, and site plans
- Create detailed interior and exterior elevations, millwork drawings, and building details
- Develop 3D models and renderings for client presentations and design review
- Coordinate with structural, civil, and MEP consultants using IFC export and model-sharing workflows
- Perform clash detection and inter-discipline coordination reviews
- Maintain drawing standards, layer naming conventions, title blocks, and file organization protocols
- Generate schedules - door, window, room finish, material, and equipment schedules
- Issue drawing revisions and respond to contractor RFIs with timely, accurate documentation
- Assist in permit submission preparation in compliance with applicable US building codes and local jurisdiction requirements
- Collaborate with US-based project managers and design leads via remote communication tools
Mandatory Requirements
- B.Arch or equivalent degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology
- Minimum 2 years of experience on US-based projects using ArchiCAD
- Advanced proficiency in ArchiCAD (BIM workflow, Object/GDL Library, IFC coordination, Layout Book)
- Strong working knowledge of US construction drawing standards and building codes (IBC, IRC as applicable)
- Experience producing permit-ready documentation for US jurisdictions
- Familiarity with at least one US project type: residential, commercial, hospitality, healthcare, retail, or industrial
- Strong English communication skills - written and verbal
- Must have own laptop, reliable internet, and be available 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM IST
Preferred / Bonus Skills
- Experience with ArchiCAD rendering tools - CineRender, Twinmotion, Lumion, or BIMx for client presentations
- Proficiency in IFC-based MEP coordination and Navisworks/Solibri clash review
- Cross-sector project experience (e.g., both residential and commercial)
- Familiarity with US permit submission workflows across multiple states or jurisdictions
- Working knowledge of complementary tools: SketchUp, Rhino, AutoCAD, Adobe suite
- Experience with ArchiCAD Teamwork (BIMcloud) for multi-user project environments
Project Types You May Work On
Residential (single-family, multi-family) | Commercial (office, retail, mixed-use) | Hospitality (hotels, resorts, restaurants) | Healthcare (clinics, medical offices) | Industrial (warehouses, manufacturing) | Institutional (schools, civic) | Renovation & Tenant Improvement
Who Should Apply
- ArchiCAD professionals with demonstrated US project production experience
- Candidates comfortable owning drawing sets from start to finish with minimal handholding
- Professionals who are detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and proactive in cross-time-zone collaboration
- Individuals looking for long-term, stable remote engagement with US clients
Work Setup Requirements
- Own laptop with a secondary monitor
- Stable, high-speed internet connection
- Availability: 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM IST (overlapping with US business hours)
Employment Details
- Job Types: Contract
- Experience Required: US project experience - 2 years minimum
- Language: English (required)
- Work Location: Remote
Benefits
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Work from home
To Apply: [email protected]
Note: Please submit your U.S. work portfolio as a PDF (maximum 30 pages), ensuring that all sensitive or confidential client information is removed or redacted.
Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,400,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Work from home
Experience:
Work Location: Remote
