Architectural Draughtsman (also called Architectural Technician over here).
My line of work is pretty specific to this country, I design and draw architectural plans for loft conversions.
I also prepare architectural plans for extensions and alterations - what you guys call remodelling.
I've also done a few new build houses from a client's brief.
I do the majority of the structural calculations (I haven't had to outsource to a structural engineer for years now) and I get the necessary approvals from the local authority (Planning Permission and Building Regulation approvals).
While in AZ last year, I spent some of my time looking at building sites (sad I know!) and I couldn't believe how simple the general building methods are.
I bought some books about US building practice ... you never know when I might need it!
Anyone on the site want any plans doing, I offer a special rate of my normal rate + VAT + 15%
I've done work for a few people off the tv and one for Roland Gift (Fine Young Canibals lead singer).
Went to measure a fantastic house yesterday and the guy was in the US, his wife says their company specialises in designing the structural foundations etc for horse stadiums over there ...
I've also done the loft conversion on a house for a guy who's company makes the steel pins in chair castors (wheels)!! His house was huge.
It's amazing what people can make money at!
