A Civil or Architectural Designer or Drafter prepares detailed drawings for building plans and architectural designs. Creates drawings according to specifications provided by an architect, and uses computer-aided design and drafting technology.
Contract | 2-3 days per week | Approximately 9:00 AM-2:00
PM Hours:
Flexible based on active project workload. About
SPACES SPACES
is a boutique residential design studio specializing in thoughtful renovations of older homes throughout Northern New Jersey. Our projects are detail-driven, highly collaborative, and highly bespoke. We're seeking a technically minded Junior Architectural Designer to support the team in the development and execution of our space planning and construction documentations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys the precision of residential detailing, custom cabinetry, and working closely with contractors and fabricators throughout construction. The Role Working alongside the Creative Director, you will be responsible for producing and coordinating technical drawing packages that accurately communicate design intent from concept through construction. This position is heavily focused on documentation, field verification, and construction coordination rather than just decorating or furnishings. ResponsibilitiesConstruction Documentation Produce detailed AutoCAD drawing sets including: Existing Conditions Floor Plans Electrical & Lighting Plans Interior Elevations Millwork Elevations Cabinetry Details Bathroom Elevations Construction Details Revise drawing packages throughout design development and construction. Coordinate consultant and contractor markups into drawing sets. Maintain organized project documentation. Kitchens & Baths Develop kitchen and bathroom layouts. Prepare cabinetry elevations and detailed millwork drawings. Coordinate plumbing fixtures, appliances, hardware, and electrical requirements. Review manufacturer and millworker shop drawings. Verify dimensions prior to fabrication. Site Coordination Conduct field measurements and existing condition surveys. Verify dimensions before construction and fabrication. Attend contractor walkthroughs and milestone site meetings. Record site observations and update documentation. Assist in resolving field conditions with contractors and fabricators. Technical Coordination Coordinate with architects, contractors, millworkers, cabinet shops, and fabricators. Prepare specification schedules Create new floor plans and field-verify Track revisions and maintain current drawing sets. Qualifications Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or related field preferred. 2-5 years of experience in residential architecture or interior design. Strong proficiency in AutoCAD (required). Experience producing construction documents independently. Working knowledge of residential construction methods. Understanding of custom cabinetry and millwork detailing. Understanding of FF&E, particularly plumbing + electric schedules Experience reviewing shop drawings. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Comfortable balancing multiple active projects. Preferred Experience with kitchens and luxury residential renovations. Knowledge of SketchUp and basic 3D visualization. Familiarity with plumbing, appliance, and lighting coordination. Experience working directly with contractors and custom millworkers. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate enjoys solving technical design challenges as much as creating beautiful spaces. You're curious, proactive, detail-oriented, and confident walking active job sites. You see spatial opportunities and appreciate the importance of accurate documentation and understand that successful projects are built on thoughtful coordination long before construction begins. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their experience in high-end residential renovation while working closely with a small, collaborative design studio where every project receives a high level of attention. Schedule & Structure Contract position Approximately 2-3 days per week Typical studio hours: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM Hours will scale based on project demand Mix of studio work, remote coordination, and local job site visits throughout Northern New Jersey To Apply Please submit: Resume Portfolio (PDF or website) AutoCAD construction drawing samples Examples of kitchen, bath, or millwork documentation Brief cover letter explaining your interest in residential renovation and technical design Confirm that you are local to northern-NJ and have transportation A note describing why you would be a good fit for SPACES by Hollie Velten Please note: This role is best suited for candidates who enjoy technical documentation and construction administration. While an appreciation for interiors is important, the majority of the work focuses on detailed drawing production, field coordination, and translating design intent into buildable construction documents.
Pay:
From $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 8.0 - 20.0 per week
