Architectural Drafter

Architectural Drafter (Part-Time, Remote)

Company: Teakwood Builders
Location: Primarily Remote (Saratoga Springs, NY area for occasional meetings/site visits)
Posted On: 2026-06-05
Pay: $28 - $32 hourly

About Teakwood Builders:
Founded in 1996, Teakwood Builders is an award-winning residential design-build firm known for creating legacy-level luxury homes and remodels. We foster a collaborative environment where design, planning, and construction professionals work closely together.

About the Role:
Teakwood Builders is seeking a skilled Architectural Drafter to produce clear, accurate construction drawings for residential remodeling and construction projects. This role is integral to our design-build process, supporting permitting, estimating, and construction. The position is primarily remote, with the flexibility of part-time hours (up to 34 per week).

Responsibilities:

• Drafting & Documentation: Produce residential architectural drawings (floor plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules), develop permit and construction drawing sets, translate design concepts into accurate documents, maintain drawing standards, and update drawings throughout the project lifecycle.
• Planning & Preconstruction Support: Assist with drawings for zoning, permitting, and estimating; develop drawing sets for scope clarification and project planning; review existing conditions and consultant information.
• Design-Build Coordination: Coordinate drawings with internal teams and consultants (structural, MEP), and incorporate field feedback into updated drawings.
• Communication & Team Support: Participate in internal meetings, identify drawing conflicts, and conduct occasional site visits.

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 is highly valued.
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods and materials.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to collaborate within a design-build environment.
• Special Requirement: Must reside in New York State to support occasional in-person coordination meetings or site visits within a one-hour radius of Saratoga Springs, NY.

Work Environment:

• Primarily remote drafting and coordination.
• Occasional in-person meetings and jobsite visits required in the Saratoga Springs area.
• Candidates must be located within reasonable travel distance for periodic in-person coordination.

Application Instructions:
Please mail a cover letter, résumé, and 2–3 sample sheets from a residential permit or construction drawing set to: Teakwood Builders, Attention: HR, 75 Church Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Please mention the word GENTLE and tag #RNDQuMjAwLjEwNS42NA== when applying.