Residential CAD Designer – Custom Homes & Renovations

The Contractor Consultants; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

High-end residential projects

Job summary

De Mattei Construction seeks an Architectural Drafter/Designer to support design and documentation for custom residential projects, from additions to new homes. You will work with PMs, designers, consultants, and builders to produce permit-ready drawings and accurate construction documents.

The role combines creative design with technical execution, requiring strong AutoCAD skills, BIM awareness, and detailed knowledge of residential construction.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in architecture, drafting, design, or related field.
• 3+ years of residential architectural design or drafting experience.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and understanding of BIM modeling.
• Understanding of residential construction methods and building systems.
• Ability to interpret and produce detailed construction documents.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Design Development: Assist in the development of residential design concepts and architectural solutions.
• Translate sketches, verbal direction, and conceptual ideas into detailed plans and 3D models.
• Participate in space planning, floor plan development, exterior design, and architectural detailing.
• Prepare presentation materials, renderings, and design studies as required.
• Construction Documentation: Produce complete and accurate construction documents for permit submission and construction.
• Develop site plans, floor plans, roof plans, elevations, building sections, construction details, electrical and lighting plans.
• Coordinate drawing sets through all project phases.
• Permit & Consultant Coordination: Coordinate architectural documents with structural, civil, surveyors, energy and geotechnical consultants.
• Support permit submittals and respond to agency plan check comments.
• Construction Support: Provide drawing revisions and clarifications during construction.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and field personnel regarding design intent and constructability.
• Participate in project meetings as required.

Job description

De Mattei Construction seeks an Architectural Drafter/Designer to support design and documentation for custom residential projects, from additions to new homes. You will work with PMs, designers, consultants, and builders to produce permit-ready drawings and accurate construction documents.

The role combines creative design with technical execution, requiring strong AutoCAD skills, BIM awareness, and detailed knowledge of residential construction.