Architectural Draftsman

Primary Function: The primary function of the Architectural Draftsmen is to provide accurate and complete construction documents that ensure the building process is effective, efficient and productive. These plans will convey all necessary construction details needed throughout the building process of the home. Extreme attention to detail, process orientation, relentless focus on accuracy, sense of urgency towards meeting business objectives, and a service-based approach are essential in this role.

• Review and redline other team members’ drawings prior to handoff in a strategic check and review process
• Resolve any plan issues & clarifications needed for construction and/or trade partners to execute plan as drawn.
• Identify opportunities to add clarity and consistency in construction documents, details, and assemblies.
• Assists with daily tasks and special projects on an on-going basis.
• Support product development initiatives and priorities while following Grand Homes’ policies and procedures. Must work in corporate office Monday through Friday. Research building codes, municipality requirements, developer design guidelines for architectural impact as part of new community due diligence.
• Process change order requests when management approves, release and distribute revisions with urgency and focus to eliminate any plan version confusion for all parties affected by change.
• Ensures that all drawings are released in complete and professional plan sets, formatted as required for effective internal and external distribution.
• Work with all departments to review and execute on plan change requests. Diligently distribute and communicate applicable plan revisions to all stakeholders impacted.
• Collaborate with Purchasing & Estimating personnel in resolving product specification, material sizing, sourcing and availability concerns that arise as new product is bid and estimated.
• Continually looking for opportunities to streamline processes, increase accuracy, provide consistency, and reduce cycle times within the architecture team.

• Familiarity with current building codes
• Thorough understanding of residential construction materials and assemblies
• Minimum of 3 years' work experience in similar capacity
• Associates or bachelor’s degree in construction, Drafting, or Architectural Design strongly preferred
• Advanced level drafting acumen using AutoCAD software
• Spatial visualization ability, specifically in roof layouts
• Experience in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word and Excel
• High School diploma or equivalent required

Grand Homes offers: Competitive Base Salary, Great bonus plan, Medical and Life Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Profit Sharing, Paid Vacation, Company Contests & Incentives and Employee discount on Grand Homes