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Job Captain - Multifamily - Irvine Hybrid Remote

If you're a Job Captain with multifamily experience, please read on!

Hybrid remote in Irvine (Mon-Wed in office / Thurs & Fri remote)

Base + annual bonus

401k matching

Full-Time/Permanent

We've spent the last 30 years growing to 4 offices and becoming a leading design-driven architecture/planning firm dedicated to creating innovative multifamily, mixed-use, and hospitality environments that strengthen communities and enhance the way people live. Through a collaborative approach, forward-thinking design, and deep industry expertise, we partner with clients to deliver thoughtful, sustainable projects that shape vibrant neighborhoods and create lasting impact.

We are seeking an experienced Architectural Project Manager to lead multifamily and mixed-use projects from schematic design through construction administration. The ideal candidate will combine strong design sensibilities with pragmatic project leadership to deliver high-quality housing, mixed-use, and hospitality projects ranging from affordable and market-rate apartments and condos to complex mixed-use developments. This role requires hands-on Revit/BIM expertise, excellent client and consultant coordination, and proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multi-discipline teams to achieve project goals and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)
• 5+ years of professional experience with emphasis on multifamily, mixed-use, or residential projects; prior experience as a Project Manager or Architectural Project Manager required.
• Demonstrated expertise with Revit and BIM management; strong ability to produce and coordinate Revit models and construction documents.
• Proven track record with affordable housing programs (LIHTC), market-rate housing, condos, and hospitality projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local building codes, accessibility standards, fire and life-safety requirements, and permitting processes.
• Excellent project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, and consultant coordination.
• Ability to travel to project sites and client locations; valid drivers license.
• Portfolio demonstrating relevant multifamily, mixed-use, and residential project work and clear examples of project leadership and technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project teams for multifamily and mixed-use projects through all phases: schematic design, design development, construction documents, permitting, and construction administration.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, fee tracking, and resource allocation to ensure timely, profitable delivery.
• Serve as primary client contact; build and maintain strong client relationships and represent the firm in meetings, presentations, and public hearings.
• Coordinate and manage consultants (structural, MEP, civil, landscape, code consultants) to integrate design and technical requirements.
• Oversee Revit/BIM workflows: establish project templates, manage BIM coordination, review models, and ensure documentation standards and deliverables.
• Produce and review construction documents and details for quality, constructability, and code compliance.
• Prepare and lead project presentations, design reviews, and submittals for permitting authorities and stakeholders.
• Perform site visits and construction administration duties including RFI responses, submittal reviews, site observation reports, and punch-list management.
• Implement QA/QC processes for drawings, specifications, and client deliverables.
• Mentor and develop junior staff; support hiring, training, and performance reviews; promote collaborative, interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Contribute to business development efforts by preparing proposals, scopes, schedules, and participating in interviews and client outreach.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Flexible working schedule
• Half Day Fridays

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.