Job Captain/Project Architect

Chamberlain Advisors; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Chamberlain Advisors is seeking a Project Architect / Job Captain in Milwaukee to support the design and execution of commercial projects nationwide. The role bridges architectural design and construction, working with lead designers, interior designers, and project managers to translate concepts into coordinated documentation.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in architecture and 3+ years of progressive experience, with strong AutoCAD and Revit skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field.
• 3+ years of architectural experience with progressive project responsibility.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for production in an office setting.
• Ability to translate concepts into construction-ready documentation and manage multiple projects.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in commercial/retail/office/financial institution environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural process from schematic design through construction administration.
• Assist in developing conceptual and schematic architectural designs.
• Translate design concepts into design development and construction documents.
• Coordinate with architects, interior designers, engineers, and consultants.
• Maintain documentation quality and align with project schedules.
• Guide production teams through design development and documentation phases.
• Serve as client contact during design development and participate in meetings.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Project management

Communication

Coordination

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

SketchUp

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Title

Project Architect / Job Captain

Location

Milwaukee, WI – Onsite (4 days per week)

Type

Direct-Hire, Full-Time

Compensation

Competitive salary ($95-105K depending on years of experience) + discretionary annual bonus; Parking; Access to Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan of Choice; 401K

Summary

Chamberlain Advisors is partnering with a nationally recognized design-build architecture firm specializing in financial institutions, retail environments, and corporate spaces to identify a Project Architect / Job Captain to support the design and execution of commercial building projects nationwide. This role serves as a critical bridge between architectural design and construction execution, supporting projects from schematic design through construction administration. The Project Architect works closely with Lead Designers, Interior Designers, and Construction Project Managers to translate architectural concepts into coordinated construction documentation while maintaining quality, schedule, and client expectations.

What You Will Be Accountable For

• Lead architectural process, supporting project from schematic design through construction administration
• Assist Lead Designers in developing conceptual and schematic architectural designs
• Translate design concepts into design development and construction documents
• Apply architectural techniques to interpret design intent during project development
• Develop preliminary building plans and documentation for client review
• Research and evaluate building materials, systems, and technical solutions
• Lead architectural coordination during the design development phase
• Assist with delegation and oversight of tasks across the architecture and engineering production team
• Coordinate closely with architects, interior designers, engineers, and external consultants
• Manage design documentation quality and ensure alignment with project schedules
• Guide production teams through design development and construction documentation phases
• Serve as a point of contact with clients during the design development process
• Participate in owner meetings to review design progress and plan development
• Attend and present at plan commission or municipal review meetings
• Provide design recommendations that align with client goals and project budgets
• Review due diligence materials, including surveys, soils reports, and environmental documentation
• Evaluate building systems and assist with material selection
• Review submittals, RFIs, and substitution requests
• Conduct construction observation through site visits or project documentation
• Coordinate with consultants and external partners to maintain documentation accuracy
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced architectural staff
• Support collaborative design and technical problem-solving across project teams
• Assist leadership in maintaining quality control across project deliverables

What Qualifications You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field
• 3+ years of architectural experience with progressive project responsibility
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (production experience in an office environment)
• Demonstrated ability to translate architectural concepts into construction-ready documentation, interpret technical documentation such as ALTA surveys, soils reports, safety rules, and product specifications, manage multiple projects while maintaining strong attention to detail, and communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and internal teams
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities
• Experience working within commercial, retail, office, or financial institution project environments

Preferred (Not Required)

• Architectural Registration (Licensed Architect)
• Experience within design-build environments
• Familiarity with SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Project
• Experience coordinating consultants, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Exposure to construction administration and site observation

Equal Employment Opportunity

Chamberlain Advisors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chamberlain Advisors complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Chamberlain Advisors expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chamberlain Advisors' employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.