Job Description

Are you looking for a challenge and career growth while working with the Architecture Team at a top U.S. Homebuilder?

NVR – the parent company of Ryan Homes, NVHomes, and Heartland Homes – is searching for a Sr. Architectural Technician to join our team and be an integral to our Architectural Services Department which emphasizes teamwork and innovation. This team is responsible for developing crucial construction documentation for sales, permitting, and homebuilding construction. You’ll play a central role in our dynamic product development process, including collaborative 3D building information modeling (BIM) using AutoCAD. You will be involved in projects that span from design drawings and structural analysis to building systems and code compliance.

NVR is a growing company with significant opportunities for career advancement and mobility. This opportunity is aimed at training and developing entry-level talent for future growth within NVR’s Architectural Services Department. If you love working in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of responsibility, this is the position for you.

Discover what it’s like working in NVR's Architectural Services Department through this video.

What you will be doing:

• Develop highly detailed and accurate residential construction documents including elevations, foundations, floor plans, building sections, kitchen & bath plans, electrical layouts, stair designs, and floor framing plans.
• This requires a demonstrated understanding of written and verbal guidelines on elements such as structure, residential construction, material takeoffs, NVR option system, roof framing, panel fabrication, and/or building codes.
• Research and compile information, consulting with project team members and subject matter experts as required, to support overall project completion.
• Maintain assigned portion of the project schedule and record accurate hours worked on each project.
• Review own work for basic technical and quality compliance. Developing ability, experience, and knowledge to meet the full quality and technical standards set by NVR.
• Actively participate in discussions, provide recommendations, and develop solutions with Homebuilding, Manufacturing, Procurement, and other NVR department personnel as needed.

Qualified applicants have:

• 3+ years’ experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industries.
• Experience with 3D modeling software preferred
• Bachelors or Associates degree or equivalent drafting / AutoCAD work experience
• Experience with design development and creation of construction documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, planning and organizational abilities
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced, professional team environment
• Well-developed problem solving and analytical skills
• Experience in residential homebuilding or production homebuilding preferred
• Experience leading, mentoring, and/or coaching junior team members preferred.

Life at NVR:

As the parent company of Ryan Homes, NVHomes and Heartland Homes, NVR is committed to your success and we will give you the tools, training, and industry knowledge you need to excel and thrive. Our management team is tenured and talented, nearly 80% of them promoted from within, so you will have mentors who can share their knowledge, and provide career guidance and encouragement.

NVR offers traditional benefits, among the best in the industry. In addition, we offer all employees stock ownership through a profit sharing trust as part of our retirement savings package. NVR has had the highest Earnings Per Share growth rate in the homebuilding industry for the past 10 years, so as we grow financially, so do you!

View more about our exceptional culture and comprehensive benefits at https://www.nvrcareers.com/ .

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Drug Testing and Credit Check are required.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States, as NVR does not provide visa sponsorship.

This position pays $60,000-$70,000 per year. Individual pay is determined by factors including the candidate’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, and location.

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