Architectural Job Captain

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring for an Architectural Job Captain in Suffern, NY!

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Job Description

This role combines responsibilities of an Architectural Project Manager, Project Architect, and Designer, leading multi-family, mixed-use, commercial, and rehabilitation projects from design through construction documentation. You will play a key role in managing complex preservation and renovation work across the New York Metro Area, producing high-quality drawings and specifications while coordinating with clients, consultants, and internal teams in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-family, commercial, and NYCHA projects across New York State and New York City, with a focus on large preservation and rehabilitation initiatives.
• Manage multiple filings and complete drawing sets for extensive preservation and rehabilitation multifamily projects throughout the NY Metro Area.
• Produce detailed construction documents, drawings, and specifications for the renovation and restoration of thousands of apartments in New York City and the surrounding region.
• Design, detail, and draft architectural plans using Revit and AutoCAD, ensuring accuracy and adherence to building codes and project standards.
• Oversee and mentor a team of junior architects and coordinate work with external consultants to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Maintain strong client relationships, communicate project status clearly, and consistently commit to and meet project deadlines.
• Visit project sites regularly to take measurements, capture site photographs, and document existing conditions for use in design and construction documentation.
• Assess field conditions and determine practical, buildable solutions that address on-site challenges and constraints.
• Apply excellent knowledge of building codes for multi-family projects to guide design decisions and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in design development for mixed-use, multi-family, commercial, and historic preservation projects, contributing creative and technical input.
• Support construction administration activities by responding to field questions, clarifying design intent, and updating documents as needed.
• Coordinate and manage project documentation from schematic design through construction, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and completeness.
• Collaborate closely with team members in an open and modern studio environment while also working independently as a self-starter.
• Travel to field locations as needed within the New York City and regional area to support project requirements.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Architecture.
• Minimum of 3+ years of professional architectural experience, preferably on multi-family projects in New York State and New York City.
• Excellent knowledge of building codes applicable to multi-family housing.
• Strong proficiency in Revit for design, detailing, and construction documentation.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD for production and documentation tasks.
• Proven experience with multi-family projects, including NYCHA-related work.
• Hands-on experience preparing construction documents and specifications for renovation, restoration, and rehabilitation projects.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including managing multiple filings, drawing sets, and deadlines.
• Ability to manage and mentor junior architects and coordinate with consultants effectively.
• Capability to visit job sites and develop practical solutions to field conditions based on existing site constraints.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain positive client relationships.
• Independent, self-starter work style with the ability to hit the ground running and work both collaboratively and autonomously.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Licensed Architect status is a plus.
• Experience with historic preservation and rehabilitation projects.
• Background in affordable housing, multi-family, and mixed-use developments.
• Experience with charter school and housing projects in various states is beneficial.
• Familiarity with documenting existing conditions, including measurements and site photography.
• Comfort working with cutting-edge equipment and modern design software.
• Strong design development skills, including architectural design and detailing.
• Well-developed soft skills, including collaboration, problem-solving, and client-facing communication.

Work Environment

The role follows a hybrid work schedule, typically three days in the office and two days working from home, offering flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration. The office is located in Suffern, NY, with the majority of projects based in New York City, so occasional travel to city project sites is required. The studio features an open, modern, and spread-out layout that encourages collaboration as well as independent focus work. The team culture is personable, laid-back, and highly collaborative, with colleagues who support each other on complex projects. Cutting-edge equipment and software are provided to enable efficient design and documentation work. Benefits include paid health insurance options, a 401(k) plan with match, and a contemporary, technology-forward environment that supports professional growth and high-quality project delivery. Attire is generally professional yet relaxed, in keeping with the modern and collaborative office setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Suffern, NY.

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Suffern, NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

This is a hybrid position in Suffern,NY.

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