Project Architect/Job Captain

Pope-Design-Group; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Profit sharing

401K

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Continuing education

Paid licensure

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA

Hybrid work

Job summary

Pope Design Group in Fargo, ND is seeking a Project Architect or Job Captain who wants to make a positive impact through design. You will lead project documentation, coordinate with consultants, and guide the design through SD-CA phases as part of a collaborative, flexible team.

The firm works on industrial, civic, and educational projects nationwide, offering a hybrid work setup with two remote days. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience, proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office,

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of architectural experience with project documentation and coordination.
• Experience in healthcare, civic and education projects; SD-CA phases.
• Licensure preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop design concepts into high-quality documents for clients.
• Lead project teams and provide technical oversight.
• Coordinate drawings with consultants and specifications.
• Coordinate project documentation with clients, consultants, contractors, and team.
• Review codes and ensure constructability and QA/QC compliance.
• Participate in construction administration activities (site visits, RFIs, change orders).
• Receive direction from Project Manager and Designer, may lead projects.

Skills

Project documentation leadership

Project coordination

MS Office

Client communication

Time management

Healthcare/Civic/Education sector

Licensure (preferred)

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

Pope Design Group is seeking a passionate, ambitious and thoughtful Project Architect or Job Captain that seeks to make a positive and impactful difference in our community through the spaces we create. We are a multi-disciplinary firm comprised of creative architects and interior designers, partnering with clients across the country. We believe in working together to create environments that enhance lives. In this position you will be working closely with the Project Manager and an integrated team of design professionals developing design concepts into high-quality documents for our clients. Our approach is client-focused, and our employees grow and thrive in our collaborative and flexible environment.

Market Sectors

Industrial, Civic, and/or Education

Responsibilities Include

• Work on a variety of project types, including tenant improvements, new construction, and renovations of existing buildings.
• Drawing production work through all project phases.
• Coordinate drawings with specifications prepared by other team members.
• Consultant coordination, including M/E/P, structural, furniture and AV.
• Provide technical oversight for project team and make independent decisions for projects and project teams.
• Coordinate project documentation with clients, consultants, contractors, and project team.
• Review and implement building codes, ensure code compliance and constructability.
• Coordinate with QA/QC team and implement recommendations.
• Participate in all aspects of construction administration duties including site visits, shop drawing reviews, RFI’s, change orders, review pay applications, etc.
• Receive project direction from the Project Manager and Designer, may lead some projects.

Client Interface

The project team works together on developing a positive relationship of trust with our clients and fostering a commitment to external and internal client service. Your role includes the following:

• May regularly communicate with clients to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews and delivery of final presentation.
• May work with Project Manager, Designer and client to confirm objectives and formulate options.
• May prepare and conduct design and technical presentations for team and/or clients.
• May participate in marketing efforts.

Your Skills, Experience and Competencies

• You have a minimum of 7+ years of experience in the industry, with experience leading project documentation and coordination. Licensure preferred but not necessary.
• While you may work on a variety of project types, our need is for a Project Architect or Job Captain with experience in healthcare, civic and education projects.
• You have experience in all phases of architectural design (SD-CA) and the ability to coordinate all aspects of assigned projects.
• You provide attention to detail, good organizational skills, excellent follow-through skills, can juggle multiple tasks and multiple priorities as well as consistently meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in the use of Revit, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000 annually. Salary may be impacted by candidates years of experience, specific market sector experience, licensure and/or potential involvement in business development. Full-time individuals in this role are eligible to participate in our benefit programs which include bonuses, profit sharing, 401K contributions, paid holidays, paid time off, continuing education, paid licensure & professional memberships as well as medical, dental, vision, FSA including Medical and Dependent Care, life and short/long term disability programs. For an overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page Careers | Pope Design Group. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment allowing employees to work remotely two days a week.

Website & Contact

To learn more about our firm please visit our website at www.popedesign.com.

AA/EOE

We are committed to creating a positive work culture that is supportive, inclusive, and flexible for all, including you!