Architectural Designer - Junior

**About Us**

**Roof and Realm** is California’s leading provider of modular housing technologies—pioneering the future of residential and mixed-use development. Our homes combine fire-resistant, energy-efficient construction with refined architectural design. Every model in our portfolio is customizable, allowing us to meet the specific demands of each site and client. We are redefining the way California builds.

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**Job Title: Junior Architect Designer**

**Location:** Concord, CA (On-Site)

**Employment Type:** Full-Time

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**Job Summary**

Roof and Realm is seeking an experienced Designer with a passion for modular design and innovative building systems. This role requires direct collaboration with engineers, project managers, and our in-house factory team to develop modular-friendly architecture that meets permitting, zoning, and client requirements. You will be responsible for ensuring design integrity across all phases—schematic, design development, construction documentation, and permit submission.

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**Key Responsibilities**

- Help design and development of modular residential and multi-use structures from concept through permitting.

- Prepare full architectural drawing sets compliant with state and local codes.

- Coordinate with structural, MEP, and civil consultants to produce integrated construction documents.

- Adapt design solutions for modular delivery, including seaming, chassis coordination, and shipping constraints.

- Work on-site in close collaboration with internal teams and external agencies to push projects forward.

- Provide design help and help oversee for multiple concurrent projects.

- Respond to planning comments and revise drawings for submittals, ensuring quick turnaround on approvals.

- Conduct site evaluations, client design meetings, and plan check walk-throughs as needed.

Key Skills Expected:
Drafting and Modeling Software:

• Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Enscape, Lumion

Rendering + Presentation:

• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)

Basic understanding of:

• Construction drawings
• Materials and finishes
• Building systems
• Space planning

Communication & Collaboration:

• Taking direction from senior staff
• Working in project teams

**Required Qualifications**

• 2 years of professional experience
• Internship(s) or relevant school projects often count toward this.
• For entry-level roles, firms are more focused on technical proficiency and design potential than deep experience.

**Why Join Roof and Realm?**

This is a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of modular housing in California. You’ll work with a vertically integrated team on high-impact projects—from hillside estates to compact urban infill. At Roof and Realm, architects are not siloed—they lead.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Years of AutoCAD Experience
• Years of Revit Experience

Experience:

• Layout design: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person