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Senior Architectural Drafter

Tampa, FL

Posted: 06/15/2026 Job Number: 38025

Job Description

Senior Architectural Drafter – Residential Construction Documents Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Drafter to produce high?quality, buildable construction documents for residential builder clients. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail?oriented professional who thrives in a production-focused environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, permit-ready drawings.

You’ll play a key role in developing complete construction document sets, coordinating with architects and consultants, and ensuring projects are thoroughly reviewed for constructability and code compliance. This is a hands?on, in?office role best suited for someone who excels in technical drafting, problem-solving, and fast-paced project delivery.
Compensation & Location
  • Pay Rate: $24.00 – $38.00 per hour
  • Employment Type: 6?month contract?to?direct
  • Pay When Direct: Hourly
  • Location: Tampa, FL 33634
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
Key Responsibilities Construction Document Production
  • Develop complete, code-compliant construction document sets for single-family and multi-family residential projects.
  • Prepare architectural layouts and coordinate basic structural plan elements.
  • Produce permit-ready drawing packages with a high level of accuracy and consistency.
Coordination & Redline Integration
  • Interpret and implement redlines from architects, engineers, and clients.
  • Coordinate with consultants including structural engineers, truss designers, and MEP teams.
  • Resolve coordination issues and ensure alignment across all design disciplines.
Quality Control & Compliance
  • Review drawings for constructability, quality, and consistency across plan sets.
  • Ensure compliance with Florida Building Code and related standards.
  • Respond to building department comments with clear and coordinated revisions.
Field Support & Problem Solving
  • Provide drafting support during construction for field changes, repairs, and updates.
  • Identify and resolve plan conflicts or real-world build issues.
Documentation & Workflow
  • Maintain organized drawing files, templates, and production standards.
  • Work within project timelines and communicate status updates to project leadership.
  • Support efficient turnaround of plan sets in a high-volume production environment.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • 5–8 years of architectural drafting experience, preferably in an architectural firm.
  • Strong experience producing construction documents for residential projects (production home environment preferred).
  • Proficiency in all phases of construction document development, from schematic design through permit sets.
  • Working knowledge of Florida Building Code and related regulations (NEC, accessibility, etc.).
  • Proficiency with CAD software used in architectural drafting environments.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast?paced, detail-driven environment.
Preferred Skills
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Drafting, Construction, or related field.
  • Experience with light commercial drafting.
  • Strong familiarity with production-style residential plan development.
  • Experience coordinating across multiple consultants and disciplines.
  • Ability to identify constructability challenges and proactively solve design issues.

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