Job Captain 4-7 Yrs. Exp.

AIA Colorado; Basalt (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision and Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Wellness and Athletic Reimbursement

Job summary

CCY Architects in Basalt, Colorado seeks a Job Captain with 4–7 years of experience to join our Rocky Mountain studio in person. The role focuses on producing detailed construction documents, coordinating with consultants, and ensuring technical precision and constructability.

This in-person position emphasizes balancing design intent with technical feasibility, producing renderings and presentations, and supporting QA/QC across project delivery.

Qualifications

• In-person role at Basalt design studio; no remote/hybrid work.
• NAAB-accredited architecture degree.
• 4–7 years of professional experience.
• Ability to assemble a full set of construction documents.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication; teamwork.
• Extensive experience coordinating with consultants; problem solving in construction docs.
• REVIT literacy required; proficient in Bluebeam and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation of accurate, detailed construction documents (elevations, sections, details, schedules).
• Coordinate with Project Managers/Project Architects and consultants.
• Review RFIs, submittals, change orders, and shop drawings.
• Produce renderings, walkthroughs, and presentation materials.
• Support sustainability and documentation standards across project phases.
• Conduct site visits and construction phase reviews.

Education

NAAB-accredited architecture degree

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Job description

CCY is looking for a talented and passionate Job Captain with 4-7 years of experience, to join our collaborative culture in the Rocky Mountains!

WHO WE ARE

Located in Basalt, Colorado (outside of Aspen), CCY Architects has built a diverse portfolio of high-performance designs ranging from new communities and experiential hospitality to custom residences. Our commitment to building performance is derived from our own intrinsic values, as well as a forward-thinking approach to our firm’s future.

Design is our passion

- we live and breathe it. We specialize in creating inspired, original design solutions that connect people to place, nature, and each other in meaningful, memorable ways. Our attention to design and detail has consistently resulted in award-winning buildings which are welcomed into their communities.

CCY is a nimble, 42 person firm, priding itself on a collaborative design approach and a culture of health and wellbeing. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of the great outdoors in which we live. Because we are passionate designers who work together, we rely on our team members to be agile and flexible, humble but driven, with a client-focused mindset.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A Job Captain at CCY produces comprehensive design and production documents with a strong emphasis on technical project delivery and documentation accuracy. The role involves providing knowledgeable input on a range of project elements, ensuring technical precision, constructability, and adherence to documentation standards. The Job Captain must demonstrate an understanding of the construction process, experience managing detailed construction documents, specifications, and submittals, and supporting quality assurance protocols. They will oversee the production of drawings, details, schedules, and technical reports, ensuring clarity, consistency, and compliance. The candidate should be adept at coordinating with consultants, reviewing RFIs, and addressing technical challenges during construction—all vital to successful project delivery.

Additionally, the ability to balance strong design sensibility with technical feasibility is essential, including the production of compelling visual presentations, renderings, and graphics that clearly communicate the design intent. Limited client contact is anticipated; effective internal communication is key. The role offers opportunities to expand design and technical leadership and develop mastery in documentation processes.

CCY does not offer remote positions. The position requires candidates collaborate and be present in our design studio in Basalt, Colorado.

Responsibilitie

• Lead the creation of accurate, detailed construction documents (elevations, sections, details, schedules) ensuring technical accuracy and design compliance.
• Strong communication skills with an ability to work in a team environment.
• Exceptionally strong design and graphic abilities.
• Work in close collaboration with Project Managers / Project Architects.
• Maintain high standards for quality control, assist with QA/QC reviews, and implement best practices in documentation.
• Create renderings, walkthroughs, and presentation materials to communicate design intent.
• Develop and coordinate technical construction specifications that support project design, sustainability goals, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and review submittals, RFIs, change orders, and shop drawings, ensuring clear communication and proper documentation.
• Conduct site visits, construction phase reviews, and RFI responses to confirm adherence to design intent and technical requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, consultants, and contractors to resolve technical, constructability, and coordination issues.
• Manage document production across disciplines, ensuring clarity, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Lead and assure documentation standards and procedures to reduce errors and streamline project delivery.
• Support the integration of details, building codes, and standards into all project phases.
• Sustainability Administration: support sustainability certification efforts from project inception through construction, including documentation, reporting, tracking, and submittal coordination.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

CCY Architects offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance: Paid 100% of premium.
• Vision and Dental Insurance: Paid at 65% of premium.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness and Athletic Reimbursement

Qualifications

• This is an in-person role based at our Basalt, Colorado design studio; remote or hybrid work is not available.
• An NAAB-accredited professional degree in architecture.
• 4-7 years of applied professional work experience.
• An understanding of how to assemble a full set of construction documents.
• Exceptionally strong graphic, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive experience in consultant management, coordination, and technical problem solving.
• Extensive experience in technical construction detailing.
• REVIT literacy is required.
• Fluent in Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), SketchUp, Microsoft Office Suite, and both hand and digital sketching and rendering techniques.
• Working technical knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fun, fast-paced environment.