Job Captain

Architectural Job Captain

Seeking an experienced Architectural Job Captain to support the delivery of multi-site retail projects from design development through construction.

This role is responsible for producing and coordinating high-quality construction documents, ensuring code compliance, and collaborating with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders to meet project deadlines.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining design consistency and accuracy.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to design consistency, technical accuracy, and cross-team coordination.

Partner with the Project Manager and help guide designers in producing and issuing accurate sets of construction documents as well as other required client deliverables.

Coordinate with landlords, MEP, and Structural consultant teams to ensure complete and timely project delivery.

Lead, mentor, and train junior Designers.

Research, review, and implement CBC & IBC codes.

Address plan check comments from local jurisdictions.

Issue construction documents for bid and permit.

Perform site surveys & punch walks.

Perform job site visits to review the progress of construction; prepare and issue field reports.

Participate in various aspects of construction administration; respond to RFIs, revise drawings based on RFIs, bulletins, and addenda, and review submittals.

Travel may be required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Architecture or equivalent experience
• Experience with retail rollout or multi-site commercial projects, including site adaptation of prototypical designs
• Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam; working knowledge of SketchUp and Photoshop is a plus
• Strong understanding of building codes, especially IBC, CBC, and ADA, with the ability to apply them effectively to drawing sets
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience leading coordination efforts with clients, consultants, and team members
• Experience delegating tasks to junior staff and conducting thorough QC reviews
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements in drawing production and team workflows
• Experience working within a multi-office, cross-time-zone firm structure

Benefits:

• 100% Paid Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Volunteer, and Sick Time Off
• Professional development stipend
• LinkedIn Learning and Hone classes
• Hybrid work stipend, office snacks, and monthly lunches
• Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company sponsored Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance