What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Residential Architectural Designer position at Everton Homes?
Everton Homes is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer to lead the architectural development of our luxury single-family residential projects. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for taking projects from zoning feasibility and concept design through permitting and construction documentation.
The ideal candidate combines strong design sensibility, deep technical expertise, and a builder-focused understanding of constructability.
Key Responsibilities
Architectural Design
- Lead architectural development from initial feasibility through permit
- Create schematic floor plans, building massing, and elevations from scratch
- Develop high-end, modern residential designs
Zoning & Code Research
- Lead zoning and code research prior to design
- Interpret local development codes and planning requirements
Technical Production
- Produce complete construction document sets
- Work directly in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp
- Ensure drawings are clear, accurate, and construction-ready
- Incorporate structural systems, venting, and building assemblies into design
Consultant Coordination
- Coordinate with civil, structural, and other consultants
- Lead consultant communication through permitting
Permitting
- Manage and oversee permit submittals
- Respond to plan review comments and coordinate revisions
Required Qualifications
- 10 years of professional residential architectural design experience
- Strong proficiency in:
- Revit
- AutoCAD
- SketchUp (for massing and elevation studies)
- Deep understanding of:
- Residential construction methods
- Structural coordination
- Constructability and detailing
- Strong communication and coordination skills
- Robust portfolio required