Architectural Project Coordinator

Employment Status:

Full Time

Pay Range:

Dept.:

Architectural

Position Summary

The Architectural Project Coordinator is responsible for managing and executing architectural plan set revisions, redlines, and design updates across multiple residential construction plan set projects. This role acts as a liaison between internal departments, external architects, structural engineers, and drafting partners to ensure that all construction documents are accurate, current, and compliant with local and organizational standards. The ideal candidate combines technical drafting expertise (Revit and AutoCAD) with strong coordination, organization, and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
Plan Set Management & Drafting
Maintain and update construction plan sets, elevations, and options using Revit and AutoCAD as directed
Complete redlines and revisions from internal teams and ensure timely resubmittals to municipalities.
Assist in design development and value-engineering meetings with internal stakeholders, structural engineers, and trade partners.
Create and manage drafting templates, title blocks, and block libraries to support production efficiency.
Manage and convert plan sets between Revit and AutoCAD as needed based on architect requirements.
Modify floor plans, interior layouts, and structural details (walls, columns, beams) based on design direction or field coordination changes.
Coordination with Architects, Engineers, and Consultants
Coordinate drawing updates and plan exchanges with external architects, structural engineers, and drafting consultants.
Track revisions in a formal revision log and distribute updated drawings to internal teams and trade partners.
Ensure plans meet all municipal and building department requirements.
Permitting & Plan Tracking
Prepare and submit plot plans and permit applications.
Maintain a permit tracking log and resolve delays or hold-ups proactively.
Record and archive all permitting correspondence and approvals.
Manage payments and track permit-related expenses accurately.
Manage documentation and implementation of redlines at model frame walks.
Design Development & Product Planning
Collaborate with sales, design, operations, purchasing and architecture teams on new floor plans and elevations.
Participate in design charrettes and provide feedback on constructability and drafting standards.
Assist in adapting existing plans for community-specific needs.
Provide trades, design center, and sales and marketing teams with plan files, renderings, and graphics as needed.
Maintain division plan matrix and work in conjunction with land development on the community lot fit matrix.
Lot-Specific Plans & Community Start Flow
Prepare and coordinate lot-specific plans for assigned communities.
Work with options coordinator, operations, and purchasing teams to ensure plan accuracy for field and sales teams.
Provide model complex layouts, including model homes, sales offices, and site plans ahead of schedule.
Participate in start flow meetings and maintain accuracy in start documents.

Assist with managing Zonda and online plan representation.
Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Drafting, or Construction Management preferred.
Minimum 5 years of residential drafting and design coordination experience, or 3+ years with proven ability to modify structural and architectural layouts.
Experience managing plan sets and working with municipalities and external consultants.
Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD (required).
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam preferred.
Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking abilities.
Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.