Drafter

This position is full-time at our studio in Waukee, Iowa.

Purpose: 

To efficiently create construction drawing sets that keep clients and builders confident about our work, and to support your assigned design team by proactively solving plan issues and offering design ideas. 

What You’ll Do

Produce informative, manageable CD sets & visualsCreate technical drawings (e.g., floor plans, elevations, sections) that precisely translate design concepts into constructible information

• Incorporate redlines & feedback from designers, maintaining consistency & accuracy across all drawing sets
• Seek constructive feedback on work & refine it in order to provide the best solutions for the project

Provide expert-level input about drafting & supporting softwareMaintain organized drawing files, layer standards, & block libraries to ensure efficient workflow & project continuity

• Stay current with new features in Revit, along with new technology & drafting best practices to enhance productivity
• Identify technical issues of designsProactively communicate potential issues with design selections that may impact functionality or constructability, while leveraging interior design knowledge to offer solutions
• Ensure all drafted elements adhere to established drafting standards, company processes, & relevant building codes/regulations

Clients & partners are confident & happy about our drafting servicesConfidently addresses client and builder questions pertaining to drawing details, visuals, and the technical aspects of the documentation

• Is available to attend key client meetings or site visits to confidently contribute when their technical expertise is needed
• Actively seeks feedback from builders and trades to identify and propose opportunities for optimizing drafting department standards and procedures

Juggle drafter responsibilities across multiple projects

• Be prepared for team touchbases with up-to-date notes & high-priority questions or issues to discuss
• Accurately log time to relevant categories to support post-project insights
• Manage assigned tasks efficiently, meeting deadlines & communicating progress to the design team
• Ensure tasks are assigned in Asana with clear due dates, descriptions, & desired outcomes

What You’ll Need: 

• 2 years of experience in drafting for commercial or residential spaces
• A degree in Interior Design or Architecture
• An advanced understanding of Revit & Enscape
• Familiarity with creating & maintaining CAD/Revit standards, templates, & libraries
• A valid driver's license with a reliable car & is willing to travel locally
• The ability to read a room & determine the right time to listen vs. lead

Extra Credit

• Experience drafting interior details such as millwork, cabinetry, finishes, & built-ins
• Experience with Bluebeam
• Experience with automation tools such as ChatGPT, PyRevit, & Dynamo Scripts
• Experience working in Asana or other project management tools 
• Experience in building out custom home plans from scratch
• A sense of humor

What We Offer

• Modernized tools: We are deeply committed to automation and modern software to streamline operations and free up your time for impactful drafting work, not busywork.
• New Digs: Work from our brand-new building in Waukee, a beautiful and inspiring environment that reflects the quality of our brand and our team.
• A Dream Team: We've built an authentic, supportive team that does life together. We value genuine connection and transparency, allowing you to bring your whole self to work without maintaining a facade.
• Balanced Growth: We believe in ambitious company growth, without sacrificing your personal life. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant, lasting impact on our growing business while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full-time employees receive benefits to support you and your family.

A great fit for Jeid Studio is…

• … someone who naturally embodies our core values. These values are the foundation of how we work and make decisions.
• … someone who drives change and genuinely enjoys the journey of taking an ambiguous problem and finding a clear, actionable solution. 
• … someone who appreciates the awesome group of people our team is made of, and has the interest and capacity to build trusted, authentic relationships.