Job Captain - Residential

William Duff Architects (WDA) is seeking a Job Captain with strong design, technical and documentation experience to join our residential studio.

We are an award-winning, people-first architecture firm known for thoughtful, well-crafted design across residential, hospitality, retail, and commercial work. Our studio is collaborative, design-driven, and grounded in the belief that architecture should elevate everyday experience.

ABOUT THE ROLE
You will play an important role in supporting projects and teams through design, documentation, coordination, and construction, working closely with team leaders, clients, and consultants in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities
Produce coordinated, high-quality construction documents
Develop design, architectural details and drawing packages in collaboration with project architects and project managers
Conduct and support building systems coordination and product research
Conduct and support code analysis, permitting, and agency coordination
Support construction through bidding and negotiation, RFIs, submittals, documentation updates and site visits
Support the team efforts to ensure design intent is carried through in the field
Communicate effectively with internal team, external parties and clients
Mentor team members and contribute to WDA's collaborative studio culture

QUALIFICATIONS
3 – 10+ years of professional architectural experience
Experience with high-end single-family or small multifamily residential projects. Experience with local jurisdictions is a plus.
Experience with all project phases and construction documentation
Familiarity with building codes and permitting processes
Highly proficient in Revit, with experience in producing visualizations
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Architecture from a four-year college, university, or equivalent; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Documenting experience under the NCARB Architectural Experience Program (AXP) and actively pursuing licensure preferred.
Licensure, LEED AP, and additional certifications encouraged

You Bring
A thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to design and execution
Strong communication and collaboration skills
A proactive, curious and solutions-focused mindset
Interest in green building technologies, products, and net-zero design strategies is a plus

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