Longshore Custom Homes

Architectural Staff (Non-Licensed) Level One

Design Homes That Tell a Story with Longshore Custom Homes

Are you an early-career architectural designer eager to contribute to high-end custom homes? Do you enjoy working collaboratively and want to see your ideas realized in finished spaces? At Longshore Custom Homes, your role won't be limited to draftingyou'll help shape client visions into living, breathing homes.

Founded in 2018, Longshore Custom Homes is a family-run custom builder based along North Carolina's stunning coastline. We focus on crafting bespoke residences that are as functional as they are refined. With a fully integrated design and construction process, our in-house architecture and design teams stay hands-on from initial ideas to move-in day. Our close-knit culture emphasizes transparency, teamwork, and a smooth, rewarding client journey.

Explore more at: https://www.longshorecustomhomes.com/

As Architectural Staff Level One, you'll assist in the development and coordination of residential design work, supporting both the architectural team and project managers. You'll help prepare plans, elevations, and details, and contribute to client selections and visual presentations. This is an ideal opportunity for someone ready to grow their design career while contributing meaningfully to real projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support material and finish selections with mood boards, layouts, and visual aids
• Attend and document showroom appointments alongside clients
• Update internal systems (Asana and SOP tools) with selection and pricing data
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to verify product availability and timelines
• Draft architectural drawings in Chief Architect, including trim, cabinetry, and lighting layouts
• Conduct site visits to verify design implementation and address installation issues
• Help produce marketing visuals and content aligned with company branding
• Assist with furniture orders, budgets, and product research
• Maintain timely client communication within project management software
• Participate in early-stage consultations and project wrap-ups
• Look for opportunities to streamline processes and improve client experiences

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in residential design or architecture preferred
• Proficiency in Chief Architect is essential
• A strong eye for design with practical understanding of residential scale and function
• Confident in space planning and coordinating selections within client budgets
• Positive communicator with professional client interaction skills
• Comfortable using tools like Asana or similar platforms
• Detail-oriented, organized, and dependable under multiple deadlines
• Must hold a valid NC driver's license and be available for site visits

Why Join Us?

• Full-time, salaried position
• Competitive pay from $80,000 to $95,000 per year (depending on experience), with potential bonuses tied to performance
• Work on a wide range of high-end custom homes
• A team-first atmosphere that rewards creativity, initiative, and attention to detail
• Real design input from the start of the project to the final walkthrough
• Supportive culture that values a healthy balance of work, fun, and family life