Architectural Designer - Lead Residential Design & Build

Associated Housewrights; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Housewrights in Madison, WI seeks an Architectural Designer who can take ownership of residential projects from concept through construction. You’ll work on an integrated design-build team, collaborating directly with clients, builders, and trade partners to deliver high-quality homes.

This role emphasizes independent leadership with strong support from an established team, demanding clear design communication through drawings, 3D models, and visuals, while maintaining schedules and client

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; licensure preferred.
• 3–5 years of residential design experience with increasing independence.
• Portfolio showing resolved residential plans and 3D models.
• Proficient in CAD; Vectorworks preferred with 3D modeling.
• Strong client coordination and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential design projects from concept through construction.
• Own projects, schedules, and client relationships.
• Collaborate with clients, builders, and trade partners.
• Work within an integrated design-build team.
• Communicate design intent clearly through drawings and models.

Skills

Residential design

3D modeling

Client communication

Project coordination

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Licensure or active path preferred

Tools

Vectorworks

Job description

Housewrights in Madison, WI seeks an Architectural Designer who can take ownership of residential projects from concept through construction. You’ll work on an integrated design-build team, collaborating directly with clients, builders, and trade partners to deliver high-quality homes.

This role emphasizes independent leadership with strong support from an established team, demanding clear design communication through drawings, 3D models, and visuals, while maintaining schedules and client