Architectural Designer — Custom Homes & Design-Build

Williams Contracting Inc; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IRA match

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Design software and equipment provided

Local projects

Steady, year-round work

Professional development opportunities

Opportunity to develop in-house design

Job summary

Williams Contracting is seeking an Architectural Designer to support in-house residential design for custom homes, remodels, and additions in the Olympia area. The role involves working with homeowners, builders, engineers, and field teams to move projects from concept through permitting and construction.

Licensure is not required; strong design skills, technical knowledge, and organizational ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in residential architectural design.
• Experience designing custom homes, additions, or major remodels.
• Experience producing permit and construction-ready residential drawing sets.
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods, detailing, and codes.

Responsibilities

• Design custom homes, additions, and major residential remodels.
• Develop conceptual designs, floor plans, elevations, and details.
• Prepare detailed construction documents for permitting and construction.

Skills

Residential design

Client communication

Project coordination

Multiproject management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Chief Architect

SketchUp

Job description

Williams Contracting is seeking an Architectural Designer to support in-house residential design for custom homes, remodels, and additions in the Olympia area. The role involves working with homeowners, builders, engineers, and field teams to move projects from concept through permitting and construction.

Licensure is not required; strong design skills, technical knowledge, and organizational ability are essential.