Drafter

Company Overview

Sekisui House U.S., Inc., a prominent homebuilding organization with over 60 years of history and a record of constructing more than 2.6 million homes, represents trusted brands such as SHAWOOD, Richmond American Homes, Woodside Homes, Holt Homes, Hubble Homes, and Chesmar Homes. This global leader in residential construction is dedicated to delivering safe, secure, stylish, and comfortable living environments tailored to the evolving preferences of modern homebuyers. The company values professionalism, collaboration, wellness, and work-life balance, fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture.

Position Summary

The Drafter role focuses on supporting the creation and upkeep of architectural and construction documentation that underpins product implementation and community growth. This position requires crafting detailed plans, elevations, and technical drawings under moderate supervision, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and accuracy. The role demands cooperation with diverse internal teams to address feedback, solve drafting challenges, and maintain consistent documentation quality across projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Create precise architectural drawings, plans, and elevations following established drafting protocols and utilizing appropriate tools.
• Revise and update construction documents reflecting redlines, operational adjustments, field inputs, and design changes.
• Verify completeness and accuracy of drawings, ensuring compliance with product standards and building codes.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to clarify design goals and resolve drafting queries.
• Analyze and troubleshoot drafting concerns using analytical skills and prior experience.
• Promote uniformity and standardization of drafting methods throughout plan sets and community projects.
• Maintain and organize drawing files, annotations, and documentation systems to guarantee version control.
• Oversee production and design workflows to identify and manage requests or possible delays.
• Coordinate with consultants and external partners to ensure information coherence.
• Provide mentorship and assistance to junior or support personnel as needed.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate degree in drafting, architecture, design, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of two years' experience in drafting or creating architectural documentation.
• Proficiency in preparing architectural drawings and technical paperwork.
• Experience working collaboratively within team-oriented design or production settings.
• Preferred: Background in residential, homebuilding, or construction drafting.
• Familiarity with architectural drafting standards and workflows.
• Experience with CAD or similar architectural drafting software platforms.

Skills and Competencies

• Comprehensive understanding of drafting standards, architectural concepts, and construction documentation.
• High attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate technical drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills tailored to team contexts.
• Problem-solving aptitude for resolving complex drafting issues utilizing experience and analytical thinking.
• Competence with drafting software and digital document management tools.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and adhere to deadlines effectively.
• Robust organizational abilities to maintain orderly drawing archives and documentation.
• Collaborative mindset to work cross-functionally and address design or drafting questions.
• Support for maintaining drafting consistency across multiple projects.

Working Environment and Physical Requirements

This role is predominantly office-based, with occasional visits to construction sites or completed model homes. Travel is minimal and primarily related to project coordination. The position requires the ability to remain seated for long durations, operate computers and drafting tools, review detailed technical documents, move within an office setting, and travel to project locations as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary structure that rewards performance.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan access.
• Paid time off encompassing vacation, sick leave, holidays, bereavement, jury duty, FMLA, and military leave.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Exclusive employee perks and discounts, including home purchase and financing benefits, as well as discounted pet insurance rates.