Residential Designer in Lafayette, Louisiana at Manuel Builders LLC

We are seeking a detail-oriented and creative Architectural Drafter / Residential Designer to prepare, design, and maintain accurate working drawings for our residential projects. The ideal candidate will create efficient, well-designed homes that align with customer desires and company strategy. This role is vital in ensuring that each home reflects superior design quality, constructability, and value.

• Customize residential plans per contract specifications with a high level of accuracy.
• Prepare complete sets of construction drawings for each project, following company drafting standards and processes.
• Assist in designing and maintaining the company’s plan library, emphasizing aesthetics, value engineering, and functional design.
• Update base house templates to reflect specification changes and field feedback.
• Process plan changes through the company workflow and communicate effectively with superintendents and production teams.
• Conduct on-site field visits with production staff as needed to resolve design-related issues.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure designs are practical, efficient, and meet customer expectations.

• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and a consistent, steady demeanor.
• Proactive in offering ideas for improvement in a respectful and knowledgeable manner.
• Presents the company in a positive, professional image at all times.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Works collaboratively, sharing information and feedback across teams.

Normal business hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Occasional night or weekend work may be required based on project needs.

• Degree in Architecture, Drafting, or Design (preferred) or equivalent residential drafting experience.
• 1–3 years of experience using Revit (strongly preferred).
• 1–3 years of experience in residential construction or homebuilding desired.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.