What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freelance Drafter / Designer position at Architect Owl, PLLC?
Designer / Draftsperson (Freelance – 1099 Remote Position) TO BE CONSIDERED-MUST LIVE IN OR NEAR WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY
Location: Fully Remote (with local project and construction site visits as needed)
Position Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Compensation: Hourly, commensurate with experience and portfolio
About Us:
Architect Owl PLLC is a small, full-service architectural firm with a flexible, fully remote structure. We collaborate with private clients, developers, and real estate professionals on a range of residential and light commercial projects — from design concept through construction documentation, construction and completion.
Position Overview:
We’re seeking a motivated freelance Designer / Draftsperson with 4–5 years of post-collegiate experience in architectural practice. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys managing diverse project types and phases, thrives in a collaborative digital workspace, and is comfortable handling both design and technical documentation tasks. Expect to start with about 10-15 hrs per week to become familiar with office standards, projects and processes. Most projects are in mid to lower Westchester but some in NYC, Rockland, Putnam or Fairfield Counties too.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Conduct site surveys and document existing conditions.
2. Prepare drawings across all architectural phases — Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), and Construction Documents (CD).
3. Participate in construction site observations and prepare related field reports.
4. Produce miscellaneous architectural documents as required to support ongoing projects.
5. Coordinate with the principal architect and consultants to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
Qualifications:
1. 4–5 years of professional experience post-graduation in an office working on the phases of Design and Construction.
2. Strong understanding of residential and light commercial design workflows and construction.
3. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (required).
4. Experience with SketchUp for schematic modeling (preferred).
5. Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to work independently.
6. Must have a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for travel to and from project sites. (Must live in or near Westchester County to be considered.)
7. Excellent communication skills and a proactive work ethic.
8. Able to decipher point cloud scans into base drawings.
Compensation:
This is an hourly, 1099 contract position. Pay rate is based on experience and portfolio quality. All travel time is paid as well. Must have US-issued SS/EIN number for W-9 form
issuance.
How to Apply:
Follow all instructions and meet all requirements mentioned above-explicitly. Please send your resume, portfolio/work examples (PDF or link), and hourly rate to Info@ArchitectOwl.com with the subject line: “Freelance Designer/Drafter – [Your Name]”.