Residential Design Drafter & Permit Tech
About The Position
Residential Design Drafter & Permit Technician (CAD + Permitting) Location: Kennesaw, GA (In-Office) Company: DC Enclosures, Inc. — Georgia’s Leader in Custom Sunrooms & Outdoor Living Job Type: Full-Time, In-Office Join Georgia’s Leader in Custom Sunrooms and Pool Enclosures At DC Enclosures , we’ve been designing and building stunning sunrooms, screen enclosures, and pool cages since 1988 . We are known for craftsmanship, customer satisfaction, and getting projects built the right way. We are currently seeking an experienced, organized, and detail-driven Residential Design Drafter & Permit Technician to support our production pipeline by creating permit-ready drawings, preparing HOA/ACC submittals, and managing permit applications through approval. This position works closely with four Project Managers , municipal/county permitting offices, engineers, and customers to keep projects moving smoothly from design to permit to installation. Position Summary This role combines residential drafting and permit/HOA processing into one critical position. You will produce accurate, code-compliant plan sets and site plans, maintain drawings through revisions, assemble complete permit and HOA packages, submit through online portals or in-person processes, and track approvals to completion. You must be fluent in English and able to communicate clearly and professionally with internal team members, customers, and permitting agencies.
Requirements
- Residential drafting experience: 5+ years (sunrooms/additions strongly preferred)
- Permitting experience: 2+ years preparing and submitting permits in Georgia jurisdictions
- Proficiency in CAD drafting; ability to produce clear, code-compliant drawings and site plans
- Working knowledge of setbacks, easements, zoning basics, and residential construction terminology
- Strong knowledge of permitting workflow from start to approval (and responding to comments)
- Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Full-time, in-office role in Kennesaw, GA
- Reliable transportation required
- Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug test
- Drug-free workplace
Nice To Haves
- Experience permitting in counties/cities such as Cobb, Fulton, Cherokee, Paulding, City of Roswell , and other metro-Atlanta jurisdictions
- Experience with online permit portals (examples: SagesGov, ePlan, CityView , etc.)
- Familiarity with HOA/ACC standards and common approval requirements
- Experience coordinating with engineers on structural sheets and revisions
- Experience working directly with customers and construction teams
Responsibilities
- Create and revise permit-ready plan sets for residential sunrooms, screen enclosures, and light residential additions
- Produce site plans showing setbacks, easements, zoning requirements, and project footprints
- Complete redline markups , revisions, and detail updates quickly and accurately
- Build and update 3D models for design development and customer visualization (SoftPlan)
- Maintain organized, accurate construction documents and project files
- Prepare and submit complete building permit application packages across Georgia jurisdictions
- Assemble required documentation (drawings, surveys, product specs, engineering sheets, forms, fees, etc.)
- Prepare HOA/ACC packages , respond to revision requests, and coordinate approvals
- Respond to plan review comments , revise drawings/documents, and resubmit as needed
- Track permit status, resubmittals, renewals, and approvals to keep schedules on track
- Maintain accurate records of submittals, fees, communications, and outcomes
- Coordinate with Project Managers , engineers, subcontractors/trades (as needed), and municipal staff to resolve submittal issues
- Manage multiple active projects and deadlines simultaneously while supporting four PMs
- Apply company drafting standards, naming conventions, and quality control procedures consistently
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (individual and family plans available)
- Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
- Annual and Anniversary Bonuses
- 401(k) (if offered/available per company plan)
- Clear paths for promotion and performance-based raises
- Friendly, family-minded workplace culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
