Job Captain - Chicago High Density

KTGY; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 44,083 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision coverage

401k

Job summary

KTGY’s Chicago High Density studio seeks a Job Captain to lead the creation and coordination of architectural documents, bridging design and technical execution. You will guide internal staff, coordinate with consultants, and help translate design concepts into built form.

The role emphasizes collaboration, quality control, and alignment with the design story, supporting multifamily, hospitality, and mixed-use projects in a fast-paced urban setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading production of architectural documents.
• Strong ability to coordinate with consultants and internal teams.
• Mentor Project Associates and collaborate with project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation and coordination of project documents to bring design to built form.
• Coordinate with consultants and internal staff to integrate design intent.
• Guide and mentor junior staff and ensure alignment with work plan.
• Maintain quality and consistency with the design story.

Skills

Design coordination

Team leadership

Project collaboration

Tools

CAD/ BIM

Job description

About KTGY. With strategic office locations across the U.S. and more than three decades of design leadership, KTGY brings together architecture, interior design, branded environments and urban design to realize innovative concepts for how people live. Guided by our core values of design, collaboration, care and partnership, our teams realize solutions that make a positive impact for our clients, communities, individuals and the environment. We merge vision, research and our people‑centric storytelling and design process to transform possibilities into thriving residential, retail, hospitality and mixed‑use destinations.

Job Captain - Architecture

Studio: Chicago High Density

In the birthplace of the skyscraper, modernism and the City Beautiful movement, Chicago High Density studio takes pride in advancing the discourse on design, the urban fabric of our cities, and the impact their work has on the experiences created by architecture. This studio specializes in complex urban infill sites as well as suburban development sites with a primary focus on multifamily, hospitality, and mixed‑use buildings in the mid to high‑rise typologies. Approaching each project with immense curiosity and open collaboration, this team delivers work with the highest integrity. Chicago HD doesn’t just design buildings – they build relationships.

Your Impact

KTGY’s Job Captain is in the critical position of leading the creation and coordination of the documents that bring the design story into built form. Balancing both a design sensibility and a focus on technical savvy, the Job Captain directs internal staff members, coordinates with consultants, and knits the project inspiration to the project documents, creating outstanding places for people to live in.

Your Role

Design

Contributes to the technical execution of the design story by generating design solutions to be realized in the built environment.

Collaboration

Works closely with internal team members in producing technical documents. Helps guide and mentor Project Associates and works closely with project leadership in developing the work plan.

Care

Is focused on quality of the work produced and the alignment with the design story.

Partnership

Works closely with consultant team in coordinating, developing and technical documents.

Your Career

KTGY categorizes roles within the following areas along your career path: Explore | Focus | Manage | Specialize | Lead. Job Captain is within Focus, which provides opportunities for team members to refine their skills, gain independence and develop strong collaborative relationships within the team as well as the profession. During this phase, team members find encouragement and support to advance their career goals and continue along their professional development path.

Next Steps

Does that sound like you? Apply online and tell us about yourself!

KTGY Perks - We Care About Your Health & Wellbeing

Design What Works For You

• Flexible healthcare plans that fit your needs, including an HDHP with company contribution to HSA
• Smile bright with company‑paid dental and keep your vision sharp with covered eye care
• Comprehensive insurance package including life, AD&D, and disability coverage - because we've got your back

Let’s Partner on Your Future

• Jump‑start your retirement with our 401k matching program – you're 100% vested from day one
• Level up your career and earn a bonus for obtaining licensure or accreditation with our Professional Development Program

A Collaborative Work Environment with Flexibility

• Find your perfect balance with our in‑office hybrid work model
• Flexible Alternative Work Week options – design a schedule that works for you
• PTO and holidays to recharge and celebrate

Thrive Together

• Your mental health matters: Free unlimited confidential counseling through our EAP
• Stay energized with wellness programs and resources
• Extra perks and benefits that extend to your family

The range that the Company expects to pay is $32.00 - $36.00/hour.