Architectural Job Captain

Ultimate Staffing; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in California seeks an experienced Architectural Job Captain to lead design and construction documents, ensuring code compliance and high quality drawings.

The candidate will manage project teams, coordinate with consultants, apply California Building Codes including ADA and Fair Housing, and oversee on-site construction administration.

Experience with Revit and NAAB-accredited degree preferred; strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional architectural experience in an architectural firm.
• Strong knowledge of California Building Codes and ADA regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects through all phases from schematic design to construction admin.
• Prepare and coordinate construction document sets with code compliance.
• Mentor project staff and manage milestones and budgets.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, civil, and landscape consultants.
• Apply California Building Codes, ADA, and Fair Housing requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

NAAB-accredited Architecture degree

Tools

Revit

Job description

Ultimate Staffing Services is actively seeking an experienced Architectural Job Captain to join their client's dynamic team in California. The ideal candidate will have a strong architectural background, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex projects efficiently. This role involves leading architectural projects from conception through to completion, ensuring all design and construction standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects through all phases, including schematic design, design development, construction documents, entitlements, and construction administration.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate high‑quality construction document sets, ensuring accuracy, code compliance, and alignment with design standards.
• Manage and mentor project staff, delegating tasks and ensuring project milestones and design budgets are met.
• Oversee coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, civil, landscape, etc.) to ensure fully integrated drawing sets.
• Interpret, apply, and execute California Building Codes, ADA regulations, and Fair Housing requirements.
• Facilitate communication with local permitting authorities (AHJs) and manage responses to plan check comments.
• Review technical details, resolve complex design issues, and ensure constructability.
• Support on‑site construction administration tasks, including RFIs, submittals, and field observations.
• Contribute to a collaborative, team‑oriented work environment that supports innovation and problem‑solving.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional architectural experience, including experience in an architectural firm environment.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from a NAAB‑accredited program.
• Strong, hands‑on experience using Revit for production and coordination.
• Proven experience with Type 1B and Type III podium residential projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of California Building Codes, ADA standards, and Fair Housing requirements.
• Experience working with local agencies (AHJs) and navigating the permitting process.
• Ability to lead team members, manage schedules, and maintain quality control across all project deliverables.
• LEED Accreditation or experience with sustainable design practices (preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

Required Work Hours

Monday through Friday, first shift.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package available, details to be discussed during the interview process.

Additional Details

Salary: $125,000 per year.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.