Architectural Drafter

We are a small company looking to add an architectural drafter to our team. We offer a collaborative environment where you are rewarded for your effort and flexible scheduling, and we have great longevity in our employees (they rarely leave for another role outside of retirement!) We want you to bring your entrepreneurial spirit and self-starter attitude to enhance our already incredible team!

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the drawing library for standard home plans, including electrical layouts and option sheets.
• Prepare, update, and organize construction documents using company-provided software for new single-family homes.
• Coordinate plans and specifications with sales teams, subcontractors, site supervisors, and office staff.
• Review and update plans from external architects to ensure they align with company standards.
• Prepare plans for survey approval and truss bids, ensuring proper communication with relevant parties.
• Distribute plans to subcontractors as needed.
• Maintain and update project information within BuilderTREND, including job creation, plan management, and subcontractor verification.
• Compile and submit plans and specifications for building permit applications to local authorities.
• Work closely with site supervisors and subcontractors to address necessary plan modifications.
• Handle orders for trusses, lumber, windows, and exterior doors.
• Coordinate gas and electrical utility orders.
• Distribute final plans and specifications to the office and field teams.
• Generate PDFs of elevations and floor plans for marketing materials.
• Convert AutoCAD plans into Revit.

General Responsibilities

• Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices, implementing new methods as needed.
• Adhere to company policies, including safety guidelines and professional standards.
• Maintain brand consistency when communicating with external parties, including clients, government agencies, and vendors.
• Foster positive working relationships across departments and with external partners.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 2+ years of experience drafting wood frame construction (single family, multi family or commercial)
• Valid driver’s license
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, BuilderTREND, AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects
• Self-motivated and team-oriented approach
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal