Architectural Job Captain

Blue-Signal-Search; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible hybrid work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Blue-Signal-Search is seeking an experienced Architectural Job Captain for a hybrid role based in Long Beach, CA. You will lead the development of construction documents while collaborating with project architects and managers, ensuring design concepts are executed technically. This position offers a competitive compensation package and the chance to contribute to impactful commercial projects.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in architecture, approximately five years of project delivery experience, and proficiency in Revit. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in architectural project delivery.
• Experience in commercial, retail, or multi-site project environments.
• Strong understanding of construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of construction documents for multiple projects.
• Manage project documentation from design through construction.
• Coordinate with external consultants on project details.

Skills

Leadership in project execution

Technical communication

Collaboration across teams

BIM coordination

Knowledge of building codes

Proficiency in Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field

Tools

Revit

Job description

Architectural Job Captain

Location: Hybrid, Long Beach, CA

A highly collaborative and design-forward architecture group is seeking an experienced Architectural Job Captain to join their growing team. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-visibility commercial and retail environments while working alongside a team that values innovation, precision, and professional growth. In this role, you will play a critical part in translating design vision into fully realized construction documentation, while coordinating across disciplines and supporting multiple active projects. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your technical expertise and leadership directly influence project success, this could be your next step forward.

What You Will Do

• Lead the development and coordination of construction documents across multiple projects
• Partner closely with project architects and project managers to bring design concepts into technical execution
• Manage project documentation from early design through permitting and construction phases
• Coordinate with external consultants including civil, structural, MEP, and other disciplines
• Ensure alignment with applicable building codes, regulations, and industry standards
• Support entitlement and permitting processes, including agency submittals and responses
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders to maintain project momentum
• Contribute to BIM modeling efforts and maintain accuracy across design documentation
• Balance multiple project timelines and priorities in a dynamic, multi-project environment

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field preferred
• Approximately 5 or more years of experience in architectural project delivery
• Background in commercial, retail, or multi-site project environments is highly valued
• Strong understanding of construction documentation, detailing, and building systems
• Proficiency in Revit and familiarity with BIM coordination workflowsWorking knowledge of building codes, permitting processes, and construction administration
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and manage consultant coordination
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Why This Opportunity

• Work on impactful, design-driven commercial projects with real-world visibility
• Join a team that values collaboration, growth, and technical excellence
• Exposure to a wide range of project types and development phases
• Opportunity to expand your leadership capabilities and technical influence
• Competitive compensation and flexible hybrid work environment