Residential Plan Designer – CAD ​/ Archicad Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Senior Residential Architectural Drafter to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for residential design and architecture, combined with a keen eye for spatial layouts, functionality, and appropriate construction practices. In this senior role, you will be responsible for independently creating full, comprehensive construction plan sets for single-family residences. You will leverage your deep technical expertise to translate design concepts into precise execution, ensuring all projects meet our high standards of quality and efficiency.

• Execute Full Documentation:
  Develop detailed, production-ready construction plan sets, including floor plans, electrical plans, exterior elevations, roof plans, interior cabinet elevations, and site plans.
• Manage Revisions:
  Efficiently update and manage plan sets as needed with revisions, redlines, or as-built adjustments throughout the project lifecycle.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate closely with the team to thoroughly understand building requirements, design needs, and budget constraints.
• Cross-Functional Coordination:
  Coordinate seamlessly with interior designers, engineers, and project managers to ensure that floor plans are drawn accurately and efficiently.
• Client Consultation:
  Work directly with clients and homeowners to customize and refine plans according to their functional desires and lifestyle goals.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 5+ years of proven, hands‑on experience in residential plan design and construction documentation.
• Software Proficiency:
  Advanced, fluent proficiency in both AutoCAD and Archicad is strictly required.
• Supplemental Software:
  Competency with Sketch Up is highly preferred.
• Technical Knowledge:
  Strong, comprehensive knowledge of residential construction practices, building methods, and local codes.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to confidently interface with clients and consultants.
• Work Style:
  Proven ability to work independently with minimal oversight while remaining a highly collaborative team player.
• Design Sensibility:
  Exceptionally detail-oriented with a strong, refined sense of architectural aesthetics.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Architecture, Drafting, or a related field (preferred)
• Portfolio: A robust portfolio showcasing previous residential floor plan designs and completed construction document sets is required for consideration.