Job Captain: Interior Design & Construction Lead

Interior Architects; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Architects in Chicago seeks a Job Captain to provide design and technical support, focusing on project administration, design development, and contract documents. You will develop drawings, coordinate consultants, and translate design intent into buildable solutions aligned with client goals.

The role requires strong Revit and CAD capabilities, knowledge of building codes, and leadership to guide junior staff. Join IA to shape environments that move people and organizations forward.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or interior design, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience on corporate interior design projects.
• Strong knowledge of design principles and standards.
• Advanced detailing skills and production documentation.
• Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with ADA and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Create and review construction documents according to IA standards, codes and ADA requirements.
• Collaborate with senior staff to resolve technical challenges while preserving design intent.
• Coordinate engineering consultants and timely submission of documents.
• Manage projects through contract administration with documentation and coordination.
• Monitor budgets and communicate variances to leadership and clients.
• Conduct client interviews to determine technical requirements for the design.
• Guide junior and intermediate designers and provide feedback on work quality.
• Assist with field surveys and existing-condition verification.

Skills

Project administration

Design development

Coordination with consultants

Leadership

Field surveys

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Tools

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Enscape

Job description

Interior Architects in Chicago seeks a Job Captain to provide design and technical support, focusing on project administration, design development, and contract documents. You will develop drawings, coordinate consultants, and translate design intent into buildable solutions aligned with client goals.

The role requires strong Revit and CAD capabilities, knowledge of building codes, and leadership to guide junior staff. Join IA to shape environments that move people and organizations forward.