Captain, , Design & Architecture

Job Captain II

SUMMARY

This position will work closely with the client and internal project team to complete sets of project contract documents, interior finishes, and materials including construction drawings, component and equipment schedules, and specifications. The person will be highly organized, well‑versed in the project design process, and provide support in the development of all design and project phases.

• Monitor project schedules and budget hours spent versus completion percentages.
• Prepare and ensure the accuracy of design construction documents.
• Coordinate directly with clients on project requirements and design aesthetics.
• Estimate hours, scope of work, and prepare project‑based work authorizations for review with the Project Manager.
• Review code requirements, city requirements, and coordinate with Project Manager and Designer to implement and meet requirements.
• Have working knowledge of existing and ADA codes.
• Navigate city planning and code processes.
• Possess diverse knowledge of interior architectural principles and practices; use advanced techniques and be responsible for finish plans, specifications, and material approval.
• Participate in the construction administration of project assignments, including quality control.
• Assist project manager in planning project budgets, schedules, staffing, etc.
• Assist project manager in reviewing current and future workload to determine staff assignments.
• Monitor performance of the project team and provide assessment to project manager.
• Provide information, development support, and training to team members to enhance their skills.
• Assist project manager in preparing proposals and evaluating scope of work for new projects.
• Communicate with clients, maintaining a strong, positive relationship with each contact.
• Communicate effectively with general contractors and subcontractors regarding discrepancies and collaborate with Project Manager to determine solutions.
• Proactively work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.
• Use customer service and customer relationship management (CRM) knowledge as needed.
• Mentor a small team of designers on a project basis, if required.
• Oversee the development of detailing required to convey the intent of construction documents.
• Monitor progress and quality of drawings, verifying compliance with office standards.
• Coordinate changes and corrections with team members.
• Maintain project files, compile record files of drawings at milestones, and document all communications.
• Provide project team coordination for finished plans, specifications, and material selections required for construction.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines and consultants to meet overall project objectives.
• Conduct research, coordination, documentation, and submission of plan‑check corrections with applicable city agencies and engineers.
• Coordinate vendors such as A/V, cabling, and security to correctly document required requirements in construction documents.
• Oversee designers and production team.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (B.Arch) or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience:
  
  5–8 years of progressive relevant experience in corporate interiors (5+ years preferred).
• Skills:
  
  Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketch Up; 3DMax is a plus.
• Knowledge of ADA codes, city code compliance, and plan‑check processes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Physical ability to frequently stand, sit, lift up to 10 lb (occasionally 30 lb), and use hands and arms.

The employee must frequently stand; sit; use hands to handle, feel, reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lb and occasionally up to 30 lb. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans (including no‑cost to employee options and dependent coverage).
• 14 paid holidays per year.
• Tiered Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 18 days/year.
• 401k plan.
• Ca…