A Remote Architect Assistant, What?

What is a virtual assistant in the AEC industry? We call our team remote assistants and, simply put, a remote architect assistant is like any other labor resource such as a new hire.

They are part of any organization, company, or team. The only difference is that they work remotely, full time.

The Architecture, Engineering, & Construction industry has historically seen tremendous growth in volume and projects yearly. This has put a lot of pressure on the labor market and as stated by the Boston Consulting Group, “The US Needs More Engineers. What’s the Solution?”

Remote Architects & Engineers 😊

At Remote AE we are a bit different than your usual remote architect assistants. Our remote construction, architect, & engineer assistants provide specific-based tasks and processes that are niche to our construction, architecture, & engineering industry. The virtual architect assistants we provide are usually qualified Engineers & Architects with field experience who are looking to work from home for a variety of different reasons.

General Contractors hire Subcontractors for the work performed in the field, a company can hire a remote assistant for their work as well.

What roles can they perform

Virtual Architect Assistants can perform:

  • Drafting & modeling
  • Detailing
  • Programming & mood boards
  • Specification review & compliance
  • Various drawing schedule updates & coordination
  • Code compliance
  • Site visit assessments & reporting
  • Field Note Updates
  • Existing conditions survey updates
  • Parking design support
  • Scope clarifications
  • Due diligence
  • Drawing phase support & updates
  • Due diligence phase
  • SD (schematic design phase)
  • Space planing
  • Flooring, RCP, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, wall finishes plans
  • Initial presentation with space plan and some inspirational images
  • DD (design development)
  • FFE Manual Creation, Selection, Updating
  • Finish Schedules
  • Material Schedules
  • Elevation Plans & Layouts
  • Flooring & Reflected Ceiling Plans
  • All Phases of Architecture
  • Concept Development
  • Schematic Development
  • Design Development
  • Construction Development
  • Construction Administration
  • Closeout/Punchlist & As Builts

Virtual Construction Assistants can perform:

  • Assistant Project Manager
  • Estimating Assistant
  • Estimating Clerk
  • On Screen Takeoff Assistant
  • Construction Administrative Assistant
  • Project Coordinator
  • Submittal Manager
  • RFI Manager
  • Shop Drawing Draftsman
  • Document Control Specialist
  • QuickBooks Accountant
  • Insurance Manager
  • Customer Support Representative
  • Construction Digital Marketing Specialist
  • Construction Social Media Manager
  • Construction Creative Content Manager
  • Construction SEO Manager

Virtual Engineer Assistants can perform:

  • CAD Design and Drafting
  • Simulation and Analysis
  • Data Analysis and Modeling
  • Technical Writing and Documentation
  • Writing code documentation for software projects
  • Research and Development
  • Project Management support: planning, scheduling, and coordination
  • Remote Troubleshooting and Support
  • Review Quality Assurance and Testing
  • Environmental Impact Assessment Reviews
  • Remote sensing data analysis for environmental monitoring
  • Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping and analysis
  • Energy Modeling and Optimization
  • Designing communication systems and networks
  • Remote testing and analysis of communication systems

Our remote construction, architect, & engineer assistants can help be the support and backbone of your company by providing specific project-based services and allowing you to focus on other areas of your company. Remote architects & engineers also save you 50% on operational costs compared to hiring a full-time employee that could take time and effort with training and upskilling.

Conclusion: Embrace the Future of Architecture

Technology and innovation are constantly changing the landscape of architecture. By embracing a virtual remote assistant, you’re not just freeing up your time, you’re embracing a smarter and more flexible approach to running your firm. The world of architecture, construction, & engineering demands creativity, technical expertise, and a keen business sense. By partnering with a skilled VA, you can alleviate the administrative burdens and reclaim your time to focus on what truly matters – creating breathtaking designs that leave a lasting impact. A VA is an investment in your firm’s future, allowing your firm to focus on your business while ensuring it’s success.

-Remote AE Team

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