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How much do contract custom home designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract custom home designer in the United States is $83,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Custom Home Designer vs Contract Residential Architect?

AspectContract Custom Home DesignerContract Residential Architect
CredentialsDesign certifications, possibly NCIDQ or similarArchitect license, NCARB certification
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, client sites, construction sitesDesign firms, client sites, construction sites
Industry UsageCustom home projects, residential designResidential projects, including custom homes and renovations

Contract Custom Home Designers focus on creating personalized home designs, often with less formal licensing requirements, while Contract Residential Architects hold professional licenses and oversee the entire architectural process. Both roles work closely with clients and builders, but architects typically have broader responsibilities and credentials.

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Infographic showing various Contract Custom Home Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,148 per year, or $40 per hour.

Residential Home Designer

IMKO

Auxvasse, MO

$30 - $35/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

IMKO Workforce Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Residential Home Designer for a growing construction company in the Mexico/Fulton area to help turn customer ideas into detailed, functional, and buildable residential plans.

This person will work on-site at the company’s office and collaborate closely with the owner, office manager, customers, and construction team to develop floor plans and formal construction drawings for custom homes and other residential building projects.
The ideal candidate will have strong residential CAD experience, a solid understanding of home construction, and the ability to listen to a customer’s ideas and translate them into practical designs. The company currently uses Chief Architect. Experience with Chief Architect is preferred, but candidates with strong residential CAD skills and the ability to learn new software will also be considered.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Meet with customers to understand their ideas, needs, and design preferences.
  • Create residential floor plans and formal construction drawings.
  • Develop and revise plans using CAD design software.
  • Work closely with the owner, office manager, customers, and construction team.
  • Make plan revisions based on customer feedback and construction requirements.
  • Help ensure designs are accurate, functional, and practical to build.
  • Create and maintain organized plan files, revisions, and approvals.
  • Assist with room layouts, exterior elevations, cabinetry, finishes, fixtures, and other design details as needed.
  • Identify potential design or construction concerns before work begins.
Required Qualifications
  • Previous experience creating residential home plans or construction drawings.
  • Strong CAD drafting and design skills.
  • Understanding of residential construction methods and plan requirements.
  • Ability to turn customer ideas, sketches, and conversations into formal designs.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Good communication and customer-service skills.
  • Ability to manage revisions and collaborate with customers, office staff, and construction professionals.
Preferred Experience
  • Experience using Chief Architect.
  • Interior design or space-planning experience.
  • Custom-home, barndominium, pole-barn home, or post-frame design experience.
  • Experience creating floor plans, elevations, foundation plans, roof plans, or related construction documents.
  • Familiarity with residential building codes and permitting requirements.
Position Details
  • Monday - Thursday 8 am - 5 pm, Friday 8 am - 4 pm
  • $30–$35/hr DOE
  • Temp-to-Hire Opportunity
Weekly Pay and Benefits Available
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About IMKO

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Since 1972, IMKO has grown from a single location to several offices. Our current locations are in Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Pennsylvania, Nebraska, Indiana and South Dakota but we go wherever our clients and candidates need us. And every place we set up shop, We become an integral part of the community. That’s what’s helped us to grow and thrive no matter what the Economic Climate. One of our main focuses of service is in the light industrial sector and we can staff the entire organization from temporary line workers and laborers to full time managers and professionals. Our IMKO Pro division offers nationwide executive search to find ideal candidates for your most critical leadership roles. Our Mission is to provide a consistent policy of excellence in providing for our Client companies, Applicants and Employees in a professional manner by always maintaining the highest standards of ethical practice. Most importantly, we want our Candidates, Clients and Employees to be safe and healthy.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Joseph, MO, US