Architectural Designer I - Residential

SV Design, Architecture + Interiors; Chatham (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SV Design is seeking an Architectural Designer to join the Chatham residential team, focusing on mid to large high-end homes. You will draft, coordinate, and develop designs to meet project requirements.

The role emphasizes in-house collaboration, field measurements, and producing presentation-ready drawings using Revit and CAD tools. Strong communication and time management are essential for timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to communicate design ideas through sketches and visual concepts.
• Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with tight schedules and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Uphold design standards across residential projects and project work.
• Develop design layouts and documentation through research and coordination.
• Take field measurements and draft existing conditions for documentation.
• Contribute to schematic design using hand drawings and Revit models.
• Create CAD drawings or Revit models from sketches and dimensions.
• Incorporate redline revisions across all project phases accurately.
• Assist project managers with material sourcing and presentation boards.
• Produce design development drawings aligned with design intent.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Team player

Education

Professional degree in Architecture (NAAB-accredited)

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

Salary: $72000 - $85000 per year