Mid-Level Designer / Job Captain

The Jones Payne Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, vision, disability, or

Education and certification reimburse

Paid time off for volunteering

Job summary

The Jones Payne Group in Boston is seeking a Designer III / Job Captain with 8+ years of postgraduate experience and a professional degree in architecture. This role focuses on reusing, rehabilitating, and modernizing existing structures, with responsibilities across surveying, design development, and documentation.

You will collaborate with principals, project managers, designers, consultants, and clients in a collaborative office, with travel across the United States and an initial in-person

Qualifications

• A professional degree in Architecture or related field.
• 8+ years of postgraduate experience.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam.
• Ability to travel across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys and coordinate design development.
• Develop and detail construction documents.
• Participate in construction administration activities.
• Collaborate with principals, project managers, designers, consultants, and clients.

Skills

Design visualization

Presentation skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Who We Are

The Jones Payne Group is a collaborative driven by our mission to enhance the places where we live, learn, and connect. Our focus is on improving existing places, and we center everything we do around our people and the communities we serve.

Who We Are

The Jones Payne Group is a collaborative driven by our mission to enhance the places where we live, learn, and connect. Our focus is on improving existing places, and we center everything we do around our people and the communities we serve.

Our team includes architects, project managers, construction managers, planners, community specialists, information technology experts, and other professionals.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a passionate and well-rounded Designer III / Job Captain with 8+ years of postgraduate experience and a degree in architecture. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects focused on reusing, rehabilitating, and modernizing existing structures.

In this position, you will be involved in all aspects of the project, including conducting field surveys, overseeing and coordinating design development activities, developing and detailing construction documents, and participating in construction administration activities.

As part of our collaborative office culture, you will work closely with principals, project managers, designers, consultants, clients, and other team members through regular meetings and one-on-one discussions.

Key Qualifications

• A professional degree in Architecture or a related field
• 8 plus years of experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam
• Ability to produce and coordinate a set of detailed construction documents
• Strong design, visualization, and presentation skills
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new skills and technologies
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and experience supporting projects from design development to construction administration
• Ability to travel via car and/or airplane throughout the United States for varying durations, from one day to two weeks

Where Will You Work

This position is based in Boston, with the initial expectation of in-person work. As you grow into the role, there may be opportunities for increased workplace flexibility. The position requires some travel throughout the United States.

What We Offer

Jones Payne provides a salary range of $80,000 to $100,000, commensurate with experience, and offers comprehensive benefits promoting financial, personal, professional, and community wellness. Key benefits include:

• 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and access to financial advisors
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Support for continuing education, including paid professional memberships and certification/exam reimbursements
• Paid time off for volunteering and community engagement

Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and either be local to the Boston area or willing to relocate. Preference will be given to local candidates.

Diversity

Jones Payne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on any protected status under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.