Golden Rule Builders is a luxe custom home design-build firm on a mission to beautify Virginia, one home at a time! We need an experienced Lead Drafter to lead and grow the architecture department at GRB, including playing a key role in company leadership. This individual will define and own company architectural standards, be the resident expert in design/architecture for clients and the company, manage department workflow, and complete designs and construction drawings.
Responsibilities of the Residential Lead Drafter:
· Develop and maintain company architectural standards and procedures.
· Oversee the quality of work in the Architecture Department.
· Maintain current job knowledge to be the resident expert for design, building codes, and cutting-edge building technology.
· Management of Chief Architect software, updates, and catalog (company design software).
· Site visits for measurements, elevations, and house layouts.
· Participate in client design meetings, led by the salesperson.
· Make product and design recommendations to clients based on their taste, style, and budget.
· Request bids for structural components (concrete, framing, etc).
· Complete construction drawings for permitting.
· Prepare and submit county permitting packages including site plans, VDOT, health, and building.
· Give clients a FUN and enjoyable design experience!
· Work within set company processes
Requirements for the Residential Lead Drafter position: Experience
· Advanced knowledge of residential building codes, building materials, and the residential construction process.
· Experience using Chief Architect or a similar software. Experience using Chief Architect is preferred but we will teach if you have a willingness and aptitude to learn.
· Experience with site plans and county permitting.
· Architect license a plus but not required.
· Creative eye to assist clients in designing their dream home.
Requirements: Soft Skills
· Able to lead others and manage priorities/processes at a department level.
· Work within set processes and improve/create new processes to support company growth.
· Exceptional ability to work well with clients, working with them on a process that likely involves “once in a lifetime” decisions.
· Must be a genuine team player, able to juggle multiple priorities, and work well under pressure.
· Must be a good listener.
· Competent in using Microsoft software and desire to learn new technology as needed.
Salary: Based on experience.
Benefits: Full benefits package including vacation & holiday pay, health, dental, and retirement.
Hours: This is a full-time IN-OFFICE position with regular office hours Monday thru Friday.
Why work at Golden Rule?
· Short commute (local in Fauquier County)
· Stability – we’ve been in business since 1987
· Family Environment
· Competitive pay
· Vacation & Holiday pay (23 days annually with tenure)
· Health Insurance & Retirement program
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work setting:
Ability to Relocate:
- Catlett, VA 20119: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person