Draftsman | Chief Architect Designer | High-End Residential Remodeling
High-End Residential Remodeling | $35-$40/hour | Health Insurance | 401(k) | PTO | Paid Holidays
ArDan Construction is hiring an Draftsman in North Phoenix, Arizona to join our growing design-build remodeling team in North Phoenix, Arizona.
If you have experience creating construction drawings, permit sets, and 3D renderings using Chief Architect, and enjoy turning design concepts into buildable plans, we'd love to meet you.
YOU MUST HAVE AT LEAST 2+ YEARS OF EXPIERENCE WORKING WITH CHIEF ARCHITECT SOFTWARE!
This position plays a critical role in transforming client design concepts into detailed construction documents that allow our production team to execute luxury residential remodeling projects with confidence.
REQUIRED APPLICANT STEP:
All applicants must complete the Culture Index survey prior to consideration:
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Why This Role Stands Out
- Join one of Arizona's fastest-growing luxury remodeling companies
- Work on beautiful custom residential renovation projects
- Opportunity to help shape projects from design through construction
- Collaborative design-build environment
- Family-oriented company culture
- Work directly with designers, project managers, and company leadership
- Variety of projects, no cookie-cutter work
- Opportunity for long-term career growth
What You'll Be Responsible For
As our Residential Draftsman, you'll convert design concepts into complete construction documents while supporting our permitting process and production team.
Project Review & Site Documentation
- Participate in project handoff meetings with the sales and design teams
- Visit project sites to capture Matterport scans, photographs, and field measurements
- Create accurate as-built drawings of existing structures
- Document existing conditions for remodeling projects
Construction Documents
Develop complete permit-ready drawing sets including:
- Floor plans
- Demolition plans
- Electrical plans
- Electrical schematics
- Plumbing plans
- Plumbing schematics
- Roof plans
- Framing details
- Elevations
- Sections
- Construction details
- Cabinet layouts
- Finish details
- Tile layouts
- Lighting layouts
Design & Visualization
- Produce detailed drawings using Chief Architect
- Create realistic 3D renderings for client presentations
- Generate cabinet layouts using 2020 Design software
- Assemble professional client-facing presentation packages
- Ensure construction documents accurately reflect approved designs
Permitting & Project Coordination
- Coordinate with structural engineers, civil engineers, and soils engineers
- Submit permit packages to municipalities and HOAs
- Track permit status through approval
- Address plan review comments as needed
- Coordinate revisions with design and engineering teams
Production Support
- Review project documents with production before construction begins
- Attend pre-construction meetings
- Participate in critical milestone meetings including:
- Pre-rough inspections
- Tile layout meetings
- Flooring meetings
- Field coordination meetings
- Answer construction questions from field personnel
- Revise drawings when necessary
Continuous Improvement
- Participate in project debrief meetings
- Help improve drafting standards and workflows
- Provide constructive feedback that strengthens future projects
- Maintain organized digital project files
Culture & Team Expectations
We're looking for someone who takes ownership of their work and enjoys collaborating with others.
Our ideal team member:
- Operates with integrity
- Takes pride in producing accurate work
- Communicates clearly and proactively
- Is solution-oriented
- Works well under deadlines
- Supports fellow team members
- Delivers world-class service internally and externally
- Embodies ArDan Construction's Core Values
What We're Looking For
We're searching for someone who enjoys combining technical drafting skills with creativity and problem-solving.
The ideal candidate is:
- Highly organized
- Detail-oriented
- Self-motivated
- Professional
- Reliable
- Collaborative
- Adaptable
- Deadline-driven
- Passionate about residential construction
- Committed to continuous improvement
Requirements/Preferred Qualifications
- Required
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience using Chief Architect software
- Experience producing residential construction documents
- Experience creating permit-ready plan sets
- Strong understanding of residential construction methods
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience reading architectural and structural drawings
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Preferred
- Experience with Matterport cameras and software
- Experience with 2020 Design cabinet software
- Residential remodeling experience
- Experience coordinating permits with municipalities
- Experience working with engineers and consultants
- Knowledge of Arizona residential building codes
- Experience in luxury residential remodeling
Physical Requirements
- Ability to remain seated while working at a computer for extended periods
- Ability to travel to local job sites as needed
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally
- Ability to safely navigate active construction sites
Skills That Will Help You Succeed
- Chief Architect
- Residential Drafting
- CAD Design
- Construction Documentation
- Permit Coordination
- 3D Rendering
- Matterport
- 2020 Design
- Residential Remodeling
- Building Codes
- Project Coordination
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Collaboration
Ideal Backgrounds
This position is an excellent fit if you've worked as a:
- Residential Draftsman
- CAD Designer
- Architectural Drafter
- Residential Designer
- Chief Architect Designer
- Construction Drafter
- Design Technician
- CAD Technician
- Architectural Technician
- Building Designer
- Permit Technician
- Production Designer
- Residential CAD Technician
- Remodeling Designer
Culture Fit
Aligns with ArDan Construction's core values:
- Care & Respect
- Gratitude
- Strategic Stewardship
- High Standards
- Faith as a Daily Operating System
North Phoenix Area Applicants Encouraged
Located in North Phoenix, Arizona, we welcome applicants from:
- North Phoenix
- Cave Creek
- Carefree
- Anthem
- North Scottsdale
- Desert Ridge
- Paradise Valley
- Scottsdale
- Peoria
- Glendale
Benefits
- Starting Pay: $35-$40 per hour
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance (if applicable)
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Collaborative Team Environment
Apply Today!
If you're an experienced residential draftsman who enjoys transforming design concepts into detailed construction plans, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to build a long-term career with one of Arizona's premier luxury remodeling companies, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
