Residential Job Captain — Design & Documentation Lead

William Duff Architects, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

William Duff Architects (WDA) is seeking a Job Captain to join our residential studio. You will lead design development, documentation, and coordination across projects, working closely with project leaders, clients, and consultants.

The role emphasizes high‑quality construction documents, code analysis, and agency coordination, with opportunities to mentor staff and contribute to a collaborative studio culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• 3–10+ years of professional architectural experience in residential projects.
• Proficiency in Revit; experience with AutoCAD, MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam.
• Experience with building codes and permitting processes.
• Experience with all project phases and construction documentation.
• Licensure and LEED AP encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Produce coordinated, high‑quality construction documents.
• Develop design and drawings in collaboration with project teams.
• Coordinate building systems and product research.
• Support permitting, code analysis and agency coordination.
• Assist construction phase services including RFIs and submittals.
• Mentor team members and contribute to WDA’s studio culture.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Design coordination

Team collaboration

Communication

Mentorship

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

AXP documentation experience

Licensure / LEED AP encouraged

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Bluebeam

Job description

William Duff Architects (WDA) is seeking a Job Captain to join our residential studio. You will lead design development, documentation, and coordination across projects, working closely with project leaders, clients, and consultants.

The role emphasizes high‑quality construction documents, code analysis, and agency coordination, with opportunities to mentor staff and contribute to a collaborative studio culture.