Architectural Drafter

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$90,000.00/yr - $/yr

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Minimal Living Concepts is a premier design-build firm based in Arizona, renowned for creating exceptional custom homes, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and speculative (spec) homes that blend organic modern design with elite in house construction. We are passionate about transforming company and client visions into reality while pushing the boundaries of residential design. We’re seeking an elite Architectural Designer & Drafter to join our team in spearheading our design vision, elevate our portfolio, and drive excellence across all residential projects.

If you are familiar with our business or visit our website please understand that we are expanding far beyond our ADU platform and are now developing several large scale luxury spec homes.

Job Summary:

The Architectural Designer & Drafter will participate in all design efforts for our custom homes, ADUs, and spec homes, adding to the creative force behind our residential portfolio. This role requires a masterful designer with great expertise in design, drafting, architecture, and design processes. The Architectural Designer & Drafter will collaborate closely with our co-founder and drafting team to develop innovative home designs for client projects and company-led investment properties built for sale.

They will partner with our construction team to ensure buildability, balancing aesthetic brilliance with practical execution. This is a pivotal role for a driven designer ready to shape the future of our firm’s residential offerings. This is an opportunity to be a critical player within our company and a leader of the architectural vertical within our business.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the creation of all residential designs, including custom homes, ADUs, and spec homes, ensuring each project reflects the firm’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction.

- Develop a cohesive design vision that aligns with the firm’s brand while pushing creative boundaries to set industry trends.

- Oversee the design process from concept to completion, maintaining high standards of quality, originality, and functionality.

Client & Investment Projects:

- Collaborate with clients to translate their vision, needs, and lifestyle into bespoke home and ADU designs, delivering tailored solutions that exceed expectations.

- Lead the design of spec homes for company investment projects, creating market-ready properties that appeal to Arizona’s buyers and maximize resale value.

- Balance client-driven customization with scalable design strategies for spec homes to optimize both creativity and profitability.

Collaboration with Co-Founder & Drafting Team:

- Partner with the co-founder to define the strategic direction of the firm’s residential product designs, ensuring alignment with business goals and market demands.

- Guide and mentor the drafting team, overseeing the production of detailed architectural drawings, renderings, and technical documentation.

- Review and refine designs and drafts to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to the firm’s aesthetic and quality standards.

- Work closely with the construction team to ensure designs are buildable, cost-effective, and structurally sound without compromising creative intent.

- Provide technical guidance during the construction phase, addressing challenges and approving design adjustments as needed to maintain project integrity.

- Participate in feasibility assessments to evaluate site conditions, zoning, and…