Interior Design Drafter
Piscataway, NJ
Interior DesignRegular Full-Timeoverview
Since its founding in 1992, Edgewood Properties has established itself as a leading real estate development and property management company. With corporate headquarters in New Jersey, the company is on a course of growth leading to activities across the nation.
Given ongoing construction and development plans, our current apartment portfolio of 6,000 plus units is expected to double in the next couple of years and rise to over 12,000 units in the next five years.
Given our rapid portfolio growth, coupled with ownership's desire to develop and hold rather than sell, the timing is ideal for qualified candidates to come on-board.
We're currently seeking an Interior Designer Drafter
3+ years of related interior design drafting experience
Position Summary
Edgewood Properties' Design Team has built a reputation for creating exceptional amenity spaces across our luxury residential portfolio - environments that deliver a genuine hotel living experience. The work is visible, it's high-quality, and it ranges from model homes and corporate suites to resort-style pools, state-of-the-art fitness centers, and game rooms.
We're looking for an Interior Design Drafter who brings both technical skill and creative curiosity to the work. This role supports senior designers and architects across all project phases - from early concept through construction - and is a real opportunity to develop your craft inside a collaborative team that takes pride in what it produces. The best candidates here don't just execute tasks; they ask smart questions, flag issues early, and help make the work better.
Visit our website to view our portfolio! www.edgewoodproperties.com/residential-properties/
responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Technical Drawing & Documentation
- Develop technical drawings including space plans, floor covering plans, reflected ceiling plans (RCPs), electrical plans, and concept elevations.
- Maintain all drawing revisions and resubmit updated sets based on redlines in an accurate and timely manner.
- Review and respond to RFIs and shop drawings, ensuring design intent is preserved through the construction process.
- Effectively receive and act on direction from senior staff to document and convey design requirements and solutions to the broader design and construction team.
Design Development & Visualization
- Help create and develop digital and physical presentation boards and layouts for internal and client review.
- Develop base 3D models to support and communicate the overall design concept during early project phases.
- Contribute to conveying and maintaining design intent through Design and Pre-Construction/Bidding phases, including supporting product and vendor selection.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Work closely with designers, architects, vendors, and construction teams across all project phases in a highly integrated team environment.
- Proactively identify roadblocks, ask questions, and bring forward suggestions - a culture of continuous improvement is expected and encouraged here.
- Collaborate effectively with internal resources, remote teams, and vendor partners to keep projects moving forward.
qualifications
Requirements & Qualifications
Essential
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design from a CIDA-accredited program.
- 3+ years of related interior design drafting experience.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred
- 1-2 years of experience in multifamily residential or hospitality interiors.
- Construction knowledge and understanding of how design decisions affect the build process.
- Strong millwork detailing knowledge.
- Project management experience.
In return, we offer competitive compensation, along with comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental and vision benefits, life insurance,
a 401(k) with company match and a corporate team environment with opportunity of advancement. Also includes on-site company fitness gym, discounts on housing and home appliances.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.