Job Captain, Hospitality

DyeLot; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DyeLot is seeking a Job Captain who excels in architectural practice with emphasis on design implementation and Contract Documents. You will coordinate with the Project Manager and senior staff, ensuring accurate detailing and code-compliant deliverables for hospitality-focused projects.

The role involves managing document development, agency reviews, bid support, and timely communication with the project team, while maintaining office standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture from an accredited program preferred.
• 2 or more years of experience as a Job Captain focused on construction documentation.
• Knowledge of architectural detailing and current construction standards.
• Proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD and related software for Contract Documents.
• Knowledge of codes and entitlement and permitting processes.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and produce Contract Documents with PM and senior staff input.
• Assist in project kickoff meetings and verify site-specific requirements.
• Review and monitor contract documents for compliance with office standards.
• Coordinate development of project detailing to convey design intent.
• Prepare bid documents and respond to contractor questions during bidding.
• Submit documents for agency review and handle corrections for permits.
• Complete timesheets accurately and adhere to company policies.

Skills

English communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Overview

DyeLot is a hospitality-focused design studio creating interior environments shaped by story, culture, and a deep understanding of the guest experience. Through integrated interior design, branding, procurement, and architectural support services, we partner with hospitality, lifestyle, workplace, and retail clients across North America to craft thoughtful, design-forward spaces with clarity, character, and a lasting sense of place.

Company Overview

DyeLot is a hospitality-focused design studio creating interior environments shaped by story, culture, and a deep understanding of the guest experience. Through integrated interior design, branding, procurement, and architectural support services, we partner with hospitality, lifestyle, workplace, and retail clients across North America to craft thoughtful, design-forward spaces with clarity, character, and a lasting sense of place.

Position Summary

The Job Captain is competent in all conventional aspects of architectural practice with an emphasis on the creative and technical implementation of the project design. Performs work requiring independent judgment and critical thinking. Adapt standards and criteria to project requirements and possess a diverse working knowledge of related disciplines. The Job Captain is responsible for coordinating and producing Contract Documents with support and direction from the Project Manager and other senior staff.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in completing Project Manager Checklist and utilizing Project Management Road Map Tools.
• Assist the Project Manager in reviewing current and future workload to determine staff assignments.
• Research, establish and adhere to authorities having jurisdiction requirements at all project phases.
• Maintain continuous flow of critical information.
• Assist in monitoring the performance of the support staff and provide assessment to Project Manager.
• Assist staff in the development of industry knowledge and architectural skills. Engage in learning about relevant new codes, technologies and materials.
• Attend kick-off meetings. Verify site-specific requirements and understand project criteria, design intent, scope of work, and client expectations.
• Continuously review the development of the Contract Documents with the Project Architect and Project Manager.
• Coordinate the development of project detailing required to convey design intent.
• Monitor the progress, coordination, and quality of documents. Verify compliance with office standards. Review changes and/or corrections with team members.
• Monitor the development and coordination of all consultant documents (Civil, and A/E -SMEP/FP) as directed by the Project Manager.
• Prepare and submit documents for agency review. Review and coordinate agency comments, make corrections, and resubmit for permit clearance.
• Assist in the preparation and issuance of bid documents and responses to contractor questions during the bid process in collaboration with Project Manager and Project Architect. Revise plans and issue addenda if required.
• Respond to RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals. Revise plans and issue CCD's and ASI's as directed by the Project Manager.
• Complete timesheets promptly and accurately on a daily basis, with minimum timely submission every Friday close of business, and every payroll cycle cutoff.
• Adhere to the policies of the company's Employee Manual.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture from an accredited program preferred.
• 2 or more years of experience as a Job Captain focused on construction documentation.
• Knowledge of architectural detailing and current construction standards.
• Proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD and other business software and their application to Contract Documents.
• Knowledge and understanding of codes. Able to successfully complete the entitlement and permitting process with minimal aid and supervision.
• Basic knowledge of construction contract administration processes.
• Effective English communication skills, conversational and written, for ongoing project collaboration and documentation.

DyeLot is an Equal Opportunity Employer.