Architectural Designer I - Residential

SV DESIGN; Chatham (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning architecture and interiors firm is seeking an architectural designer to join their Chatham residential team. This role involves working on mid to large-sized high-end residential projects, including drafting, quality control, and coordination. Candidates should have a professional degree in Architecture, 0–6 years of experience, and proficiency in Revit and Adobe Photoshop. The firm values detail-oriented individuals who are motivated and collaborative. This is an in-office position, requiring local candidates.

Qualifications

• 0–6 years of professional architectural experience, ideally with a focus on residential projects.
• Collaborative team player who values open communication and diverse perspectives.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop design layouts through research and documentation.
• Create detailed CAD drawings or Revit models.
• Review construction drawings for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Communication of design ideas through sketches

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop

Time management skills

Education

Professional degree in Architecture from a U.S.-accredited program

Tools

Revit

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

SV Design is an award-winning architecture and interiors firm with offices in Beverly, Chatham, and Winchester, Massachusetts. Residential specialties include custom homes, renovations, interiors, and furnishing services. SV Design has an extensive and growing portfolio of residential, commercial, multifamily, academic, institutional, and educational work. For over three decades, SV Design has been transforming lives through exceptional design, earning a reputation for elevating the communities in which we work.

Introduction

SV Design is looking for a personable, motivated, and organized individual to join our Chatham residential team. As an architectural designer, you will be working primarily on mid to large-sized high-end residential projects. You will be the draftsperson for your projects and responsible for quality, coordination (in‑house and externally), and schedule.

What you'll do

• Uphold SV Design's standards of professionalism, creativity, and design excellence across all project work
• Develop design layouts and features through research, documentation, and coordination with project teams
• Conduct field measurements and documentation to draft and review existing building conditions
• Contribute to schematic design through both hand drafting and computer-generated renderings
• Create detailed CAD drawings or Revit models based on existing building dimensions and design sketches
• Incorporate redline revisions accurately across all project phases
• Assist project managers with material sourcing, scheduling, errands, and preparation of presentation boards
• Produce design development drawings in coordination with architects to ensure alignment with design intent
• Support the progression of projects through design development and construction documentation phases
• Review construction drawings and shop drawings for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to project standards

What you'll have

• This is an in‑office position based in our Chatham, MA location; candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance
• Professional degree in Architecture from a U.S.-accredited program (or equivalent)
• 0–6 years of professional architectural experience, ideally with a focus on residential projects
• Strong ability to communicate design ideas through sketches and visual concepts
• Proficiency in Revit, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Office required
• Collaborative team player who values open communication and diverse perspectives
• Ability to take direction from senior staff and contribute to a supportive team environment
• Highly detail-oriented with strong time management skills and the ability to work efficiently across multiple tasks
• Motivated, professional, and committed to producing high-quality work
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship