Senior Architectural Drafter

Senior Architectural Drafter – Residential Construction Documents

We are seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Drafter to produce high-quality, buildable construction documents for residential builder clients. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a production-focused environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, permit-ready drawings. You'll play a key role in developing complete construction document sets, coordinating with architects and consultants, and ensuring projects are thoroughly reviewed for constructability and code compliance.

This is a hands-on, in-office role best suited for someone who excels in technical drafting, problem-solving, and fast-paced project delivery.

Compensation & Location

• Pay Rate: $24.00 – $38.00 per hour
• Employment Type:
  
  6-month contract-to-direct
• Pay When Direct:
  Hourly
• Location:
  
  Tampa, FL 33634
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm

Key Responsibilities

Construction Document Production

• Develop complete, code-compliant construction document sets for single-family and multi-family residential projects.
• Prepare architectural layouts and coordinate basic structural plan elements.
• Produce permit-ready drawing packages with a high level of accuracy and consistency.

Coordination & Redline Integration

• Interpret and implement redlines from architects, engineers, and clients.
• Coordinate with consultants including structural engineers, truss designers, and MEP teams.
• Resolve coordination issues and ensure alignment across all design disciplines.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Review drawings for constructability, quality, and consistency across plan sets.
• Ensure compliance with Florida Building Code and related standards.
• Respond to building department comments with clear and coordinated revisions.

Field Support & Problem Solving

• Provide drafting support during construction for field changes, repairs, and updates.
• Identify and resolve plan conflicts or real-world build issues.

Documentation & Workflow

• Maintain organized drawing files, templates, and production standards.
• Work within project timelines and communicate status updates to project leadership.
• Support efficient turnaround of plan sets in a high-volume production environment.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 5–8 years of architectural drafting experience, preferably in an architectural firm.
• Strong experience producing construction documents for residential projects (production home environment preferred).
• Proficiency in all phases of construction document development, from schematic design through permit sets.
• Working knowledge of Florida Building Code and related regulations (NEC, accessibility, etc.).
• Proficiency with CAD software used in architectural drafting environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

Preferred Skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Drafting, Construction, or related field.
• Experience with light commercial drafting.
• Strong familiarity with production-style residential plan development.
• Experience coordinating across multiple consultants and disciplines.
• Ability to identify constructability challenges and proactively solve design issues.