Job Captain

William Duff Architects, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

William Duff Architects, Inc. is seeking a Job Captain to support our residential studio with strong design, technical, and documentation experience.

The role emphasizes collaborative design, coordination, and construction documentation in a fast-paced environment. You will contribute to project development, detailing, and coordination while working closely with project architects, managers, clients, and consultants.

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Experience with high-end single-family or small multifamily residential projects; local jurisdictions 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.

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.

Skills

Architectural experience

Residential projects

Project phases

Construction documentation

Building codes

Permitting processes

Revit

Visualizations

AutoCAD

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Bluebeam

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

AXP Experience/NCARB

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Bluebeam

Revit

Job description

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

Project Development, Coordination and Documentation

• 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

Construction Administration Support

• 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

You bring

• A thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to design and execution
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Education

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.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Documenting experience under the NCARB Architectural Experience Program (AXP) and actively pursuing licensure preferred. Licensure, LEED AP, and additional certifications encouraged.

Location

Bay Area-based team members have access to a hybrid work environment and remote flexibility.

Compensation

Base compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and skillset.

Base compensation range: $80,000 to $125,000 (San Francisco Bay Area).