Lead Architectural Drafter

Are you an architectural designer who enjoys focusing extensively on creating and refining drawings? Are you feeling inclined to lean into your expertise in residential design? Do you have a creative mindset with a keen eye for detail and a passion for innovative design solutions? Do you understand architectural history and styles and how to blend new with old and help develop creative solutions that work in older homes? Are you passionate about mentoring others, sharing the knowledge you've gained over your career to help others grow? Does it excite you to play a part in a client's dream home coming to life? Do you want to work for one of Philadelphia's “Best Places to Work”?

If so, then we want to talk to you!

About Us

We are Bellweather Design-Build, a team of 22 dedicated staff serving Philadelphia and surrounding communities through residential home remodeling. For more than 20 years, our consistent craftsmanship, creative solutions, and reliable service have earned us the highest client satisfaction ratings in Philadelphia and the Main Line suburbs. Our award-winning team is NARI Certified, BPI-Certified, and has been featured in various news articles and magazines. We offer the highest level of service to our clients because we have an amazing team where each member uses their unique strengths to work together. When a client works with Bellweather, first-class construction is assumed; but it's our people that distinguish us from the rest. Read on to discover how you can become an integral part of Bellweather Design-Build. We were voted “Best Places to Work” by the Philadelphia Business Journal again this year, and you can help us shape a brighter future together.

Learn more about us on our website: https://www.bellweatherdesignbuild.com/

Summary of Responsibilities

Bellweather Design-Build, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the position of Lead Architectural Drafter. In this role, the Lead Architectural Drafter will oversee the drafting department, which includes acting as critical support for all architectural design efforts such as creating and reviewing drawing sets, applying and processing permits, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and overseeing the execution of some design projects from concept to completion. The role requires a combination of creative design abilities, technical expertise, and both project and people management skills.

Essential Functions

• Build and nurture strong lasting relationships with team members, clients, trades and vendors
• Be a leader who will help us establish, build, and directly manage a team of full-time drafts people, whose primary focus is to develop comprehensive drawing sets for each project in a timely manner as Bellweather continues to grow
• Be a leader and collaborate to deliver creative and elevated design options
• Collaborate with internal and external team members including engineers, interior designers, architects, zoning lawyers, trade partners, and construction professionals to develop comprehensive project drawing sets and strategies
• Understand architectural history and styles and how to blend new with old and help develop creative solutions that work in older homes
• Provide oversight and focus on developing and sustaining a high level of consistency on all drawing sets throughout the design department by reviewing and proofing all drawing sets for each project. This includes both internal and external drawing sets
• Create and present detailed drawing sets including sketches, schematic set, bid set, permit set, and construction set
• Conduct early site visits and assessments to gather information, assess feasibility, and ensure adherence to design intent during the construction phase. Conduct end of design site visits to confirm all critical dimensions. There may also be occasional site visits needed once the project starts construction.
• Review and evaluate project progress with the design and production team to identify and address potential issues to maintain project timelines and budgets
• Occasionally be responsible for leading the architectural design process for various high-end residential projects

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• Bachelor's Degree Architectural Design
• 5+ years of experience in residential architectural design
• Proficiency in architectural design software's such as Chief Architect and AutoCAD. Experience in rendering software is a plus
• Demonstrates proficiency and excellence in MS Word and Excel, experience in Trello and Buildertrend is a plus
• Strong understanding of building codes, permitting, construction methods, and materials
• Knowledge of entire construction of a home from foundation to finishes, including understanding and diagnoses of residential structure
• Experience and knowledge in the following is required:
  • Partial and whole home remodeling
  • Additions, garages, porches and decks
  • Basement excavations
  • Structural engineering coordination in residential
  • Residential space planning
  • Residential as-builts field measuring & drafting
  • Full construction documents
  • Site restrictions (FAR, lot coverage, setbacks)
  • IRC codes and standards (preferred)
  • Historic home architectural styles and remodeling (preferred)
  • Philly Row home construction (preferred)

Compensation

• $85,000-$95,000
• Medical and Dental Insurance (50% paid by employer)
• 401k with 3% company contribution
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-annual reviews with bonus opportunities based on Core Values
• Growth and education opportunities
• 10 vacation days
• 12 paid holidays
• 3 paid sick days
• 3 paid volunteer days
• Free parking

How to Apply

• Submit an updated resume

We have a formal recruiting process and have a relationship with Zephyr Connects LLC, whom we use for the screening and hiring process. If you are selected for the next step you will get instructions within 3 days of your submission. Everyone will be contacted.

Bellweather Design Build provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bellweather Design Build complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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