Architectural Drafter
Teakwood Builders Inc, Saratoga Springs, NY, United States
Pay: $28–$32/hour
Schedule: Flexible and part-time (up to 34 hours per week)
Location: Primarily remote, with occasional in-person meetings and site visits in the Saratoga Springs, NY area
Teakwood Builders is seeking a skilled Architectural Drafter to support the development of clear, accurate construction drawings for residential remodeling and construction projects.
We are a collaborative residential design-build firm, where designers, planners, and construction professionals work closely together to bring projects from concept through construction. This role plays an important part in that process by producing coordinated drawing sets that support permitting, estimating, and construction.
This position is primarily remote, though occasional in-person coordination meetings or jobsite visits in the Saratoga Springs (NY) area may be required.
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
Qualifications
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
Primarily remote drafting and coordination work
Occasional in-person meetings and jobsite visits in the Saratoga Springs area
Candidates should be located within reasonable travel distance for periodic in-person coordination
About Teakwood Builders Founded in 1996, Teakwood Builders is an award‑winning residential design‑build firm serving the Greater Capital Region. We specialize in legacy‑level luxury homes and remodels and are known for assembling top‑tier talent across design, planning, and construction. Our integrated design‑build approach allows our team to collaborate closely from concept through construction, creating an environment where thoughtful planning, technical excellence, and craftsmanship come together to deliver exceptional homes for our clients.
Equal Opportunity Employer Teakwood Builders provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type consistent with applicable laws.
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Teakwood Builders is seeking a skilled Architectural Drafter to support the development of clear, accurate construction drawings for residential remodeling and construction projects.
We are a collaborative residential design-build firm, where designers, planners, and construction professionals work closely together to bring projects from concept through construction. This role plays an important part in that process by producing coordinated drawing sets that support permitting, estimating, and construction.
This position is primarily remote, though occasional in-person coordination meetings or jobsite visits in the Saratoga Springs (NY) area may be required.
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
Qualifications
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
Primarily remote drafting and coordination work
Occasional in-person meetings and jobsite visits in the Saratoga Springs area
Candidates should be located within reasonable travel distance for periodic in-person coordination
About Teakwood Builders Founded in 1996, Teakwood Builders is an award‑winning residential design‑build firm serving the Greater Capital Region. We specialize in legacy‑level luxury homes and remodels and are known for assembling top‑tier talent across design, planning, and construction. Our integrated design‑build approach allows our team to collaborate closely from concept through construction, creating an environment where thoughtful planning, technical excellence, and craftsmanship come together to deliver exceptional homes for our clients.
Equal Opportunity Employer Teakwood Builders provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type consistent with applicable laws.
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