Architectural Drafter

Teakwood Builders is seeking a skilled Architectural Drafter to support the development of clear, accurate construction drawings for residential remodeling and construction projects. The role involves producing coordinated drawing sets that support permitting, estimating, and construction, primarily working remotely with occasional in-person meetings and site visits in Saratoga Springs, NY.

Location: Saratoga Springs, NY, US

Salary: $28–$32/hour

Responsibilities

• Produce residential architectural drawings including floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and schedules
• Develop permit and construction drawing sets
• Translate design concepts and redlines into accurate construction documents
• Maintain drawing standards, layering systems, and organized file structures
• Update drawings throughout the project lifecycle, including revisions and as-built documentation
• Assist with drawings required for zoning, permitting, and estimating
• Develop drawing sets used for scope clarification and project planning
• Review existing conditions, surveys, and consultant information for accuracy
• Coordinate drawings with designers, project managers, and construction staff
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems as required
• Incorporate field feedback and construction revisions into updated drawings
• Participate in internal coordination meetings as needed
• Identify drawing conflicts early and collaborate on solutions
• Conduct occasional site visits to verify existing conditions or construction progress

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or certificate in Architectural Drafting, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of residential drafting experience preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit strongly preferred)
• Experience preparing residential permit and construction drawing sets
• Experience documenting existing conditions and remodeling projects strongly valued
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods and materials
• Excellent attention to detail and organization
• Ability to collaborate with design and construction teams in a design-build environment

Additional Information

• Position is primarily remote with occasional in-person meetings and site visits in Saratoga Springs, NY.
• Applicants must reside in New York State to support occasional in-person coordination meetings at the Saratoga Springs office or site visits within a one-hour radius, as often as once per week.