Residential Designer

US LBM

Residential Designer preparing detailed residential construction drawings including roof and floor systems. Collaborating with engineers and sales team for project presentations in Illinois.

Posted 5/30/2026full-timeWheaton • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $70,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

draftingtechnical writingresidential construction drawingsroof systems designfloor systems designlayout preparationjob site inspectionsarchitectural designdesign discrepancies resolution

Soft Skills

salesmanshipcommunicationcollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AUTOCADMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGEDAssociate's DegreeBachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

constructionbuilding materialsresidential layouts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designs residential construction drawings, including roof and floor systems and produces layouts.
Discusses changes and corrections with engineers, homeowners, architects and contractors prior to and during construction.
Collaborates with the outside sales team to design and present jobs.
Prepares residential layouts.
Performs job site inspections.
Determines special notes to append contracts.
Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.
Assists in the shipping department.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School or GED required.
Associate's Degree in civil, architectural or design related field may be required.
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
1 year of drafting experience in a construction or building materials-related industry required.
Proficient technical writing skills.
Excellent salesmanship and communication skills.
Proficient in AUTOCAD and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Complies with Company’s attendance policy by maintaining regular and predictable attendance.
Participate in and complete assigned trainings.