Draftsperson/Architectural Designer

About the role

Draftsperson Or Architectural Designer At Ferguson Builders
Salary: $60,000-$75,000 Annually (Based on Experience)
Job Type: Full Time, 40+ hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Work Location: Primarily in-office, with some travel.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate and detailed construction drawings within deadlines.
• Develop CAD plans using Chief Architect or similar software.
• Update and revise drawings throughout all project phases as decisions evolve.
• Perform quality checks to ensure drawings are complete, accurate, and code-compliant.
• Maintain organized drawing sets, revisions, and documentation with proper version control.
• Affiliate with sales and lead designers in all aspects of projects.
• Prepare drawing deliverables for concept, presentation, and construction.
• Attend project meetings and document key decisions and changes.
• Communicate regularly with design, sales, and production teams to ensure alignment.
• Ensure drawings are completed and available on time for each phase of the project.
• Debrief project managers and production team on drawing updates and changes.
• Understand and communicate structural, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical concepts within drawings.
• Collaborate with the design team to develop layouts that align with client needs and project goals.
• Support continuous improvement of drafting standards and deliverables.
• Help improve Ferguson Builders’ drafting processes and workflows.
• Maintain consistency with company drafting standards.
• Affiliate with organizing and maintaining project documentation systems.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal, written, and visual communication, listening, and planning skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• Collaborative mindset with team-first attitude.
• Self-motivated and accountable.
• Design/drafting education or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of residential construction methods and materials.
• Working knowledge of building codes and how they apply to drawings.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Chief Architect or similar).
• Proficient in Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly.
• PREFERRED: 3+ years of related experience.

Core Values

• Team Player
• Excellence
• Ownership
• Motivated
• Greater Purpose

Why Join Our Team?

We take pride in delivering high-quality work. Every project is custom and different. Steadily Growing - There’s solid work ahead and room to grow with us if you’re ready to show up and deliver. Clear Communication - We value open, honest, and respectful communication at every level.

Who We Are Looking For?

We are looking for a highly motivated draftsperson committed to producing accurate, high-quality drawings and communicating clearly with our team. This role works closely with design, sales, and production teams by developing construction documents, maintaining drafting standards, and ensuring information is delivered on time and aligned with project needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and accountable, able to manage multiple deadlines while collaborating across departments and taking ownership to help projects move smoothly from concept through construction.

How to Apply

Attach a PDF of your resume + cover letter + questions. In Your Cover Letter Introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in this position and would be a great fit. Please limit this section of the cover letter to one page.
On a separate page of your cover letter, answer the following questions (with each response being about a paragraph in length):
What attracted you to this role?
What are your favorite and least favorite parts of your current or most recent job?
Tell us about a time when you had to learn something new to excel at your job.
Please send all attachments as PDFs. Please follow these instructions carefully; we will only review the applicants who meet these requirements.
If you have trouble adding PDFs of your resume and cover letter through Indeed, please email hr (@) fergusonbuilders.com with the subject " Draftsperson or Architectural Designer Application" and include both in the above format.