Job Captain

Studio W Architects; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Studio W Architects is seeking a Job Captain responsible for managing project planning and coordination in their Sacramento, San Jose, or Newport Beach offices. The role involves overseeing project development, ensuring quality control, and collaborating with project managers. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills, relevant experience, and proficiency in multiple architectural software tools, contributing to projects in various sectors across California. An extensive benefits package is offered, along with competitive salary options.

Benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Performance-Based Bonus

Professional Membership Support and Training Opportunities

Quarterly Morale and Team Building Events

Give Back Program

Qualifications

• 6+ years working with a licensed architect or in A/E/C firm.
• Experience in budgeting and quality control.
• Thorough knowledge of building codes and materials.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning and coordination of construction documents.
• Coordinate with consultants and ensure code compliance.
• Review shop drawings and material samples.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Construction documentation

Space planning

Architecture design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Accredited Architectural Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Studio W Architects is seeking a highly talented Job Captain to join our Sacramento, San Jose or Newport Beach office. This position will be responsible for managing the planning and coordination of assigned projects under the supervision of a Project Manager or Project Architect. He/she will be responsible for helping Studio W Architects expand its presence in K-12 education, charter school, community college, retail, commercial and civic architectural commissions throughout California. The successful applicant must possess strong problem-solving skills, including a great attitude and desire to learn and grow in the industry and marketplace.

Job Description/Tasks

• Manage planning and coordination of assigned projects during the development of construction documents under the supervision of a Project Manager or Project Architect
• Assist in design and investigation of material selection and systems
• Plan, assign, direct, coordinate and manage the work of others and ensure quality control review of work
• Coordinate consultants, program requirements, code compliance, drawings and specifications
• Work on multiple projects concurrently with primary concern for construction documents
• Administer and manage less complex projects with minimal guidance
• Review shop drawings and material samples
• Prepare change drawings and coordinate with the Construction Administrator when working on projects in the construction phase

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Accredited Architectural Degree preferred
• 6+ years working for a licensed architect or in a professional A/E/C firm
• General experience in all phases of architecture and substantial experience in the development of construction documents
• Thorough knowledge of computer-aided architectural drafting and modeling, detailing, building materials, building codes and construction
• 6+ years of experience in budgeting and quality control
• Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop/InDesign/Illustrator and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Strong architecture design, space planning, construction documentation and presentation skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Salary is commensurate with experience.

We offer an extensive benefits package for this position, including:

• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Performance-Based Bonus
• Professional Membership Support and Training Opportunities
• Give Back Program, offering company contribution on employee behalf to qualifying non-profit organizations
• Quarterly Morale and Team Building Events

Studio W Architects is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At this time, Studio W Architects will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Contact

For more information or to submit a resume, please contact Brian P. Whitmore, AIA, LEED AP, President & CEO, at 916.254.5602 or [e-mail] . Studio W Architects does not accept resumes from third party recruiters or employment agencies.