Company Background
The client was looking to hire a Senior Revit Drafter to support projects requiring knowledge of Australian building regulations. The goal was to build drafting capacity remotely, with a strong preference for talent based in the Philippines due to time zone alignment, but the client remained open to other Southeast Asian countries. This was the client’s first time considering hiring remotely, and he was open to exploring both full-time and freelance engagement models.
Hiring Goals
The client aimed to hire one Senior Revit Drafter with the following qualifications:
- Proficient in Revit software
- Familiar with Australian building codes and standards
- Strong English communication skills for smooth collaboration across projects
Challenges Faced
- Hiring Model Uncertainty: The client was unclear about whether a full-time employee or a freelance arrangement would better suit his business needs and wanted to review candidates under both setups.
- Compensation Flexibility: Without a defined budget, the client remained flexible depending on the candidate’s employment type, but this made it challenging to align expectations early in the process.
- Specialized Requirements: The role required not only technical drafting skills but also familiarity with building regulations, limiting the pool of qualified candidates.
- Fee Sensitivity: The client initially raised concerns about the professional fee but remained open to discussion.
Solution
Second Talent provided flexible and consultative support:
- Dual Pipeline Approach: Built candidate pipelines for both full-time and freelance Senior Revit Drafters to allow the client to assess both options side-by-side.
- Market Insights: Advised the client on salary and freelance rates for Senior Revit Drafters with Australian building regulations experience, helping him make an informed decision.
- Role & Process Clarification: Assisted the client in refining role expectations and understanding the pros and cons of each hiring model.
- Targeted Sourcing: Focused on candidates in the Philippines while staying open to qualified talent from other parts of Southeast Asia.
Results Achieved
After reviewing both full-time and freelance candidates, the client chose to hire a Senior Revit Drafter on a freelance basis, balancing flexibility with immediate project needs. Second Talent successfully delivered candidates matching the technical and regulatory requirements, while also helping the client navigate the decision-making process with clarity and confidence.
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