SLCE Architects

Archinect; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

SLCE Architects in Santa Monica, CA seeks a highly skilled Job Captain to lead documentation and coordination for multifamily, mixed-use, and commercial projects. Strong Revit skills and concrete detailing experience are essential, with leadership in coordinating consultants, clients, and internal teams.

The position is full-time in-office at our Los Angeles office, focusing on construction documents, BIM standards, and design development through construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• 5-8+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Strong proficiency in Revit and working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Understanding of BIM workflows and document coordination.
• Experience producing comprehensive construction document sets.
• Experience working on projects utilizing cast-in-place reinforced concrete construction.
• Working knowledge of architectural detailing and consultant coordination for concrete structures.
• Experience with renovation, repositioning, and adaptive reuse projects is desirable.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, accessibility standards, and zoning requirements.

Responsibilities

• Project Coordination: Support day-to-day project coordination and team communication.
• Coordinate with consultants, engineers, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Assist in monitoring project schedules, milestones, and deliverable deadlines.
• Organize and document project meetings and action items.
• Construction Documents & Technical Production: Develop and coordinate architectural documentation from schematic design through construction documents.
• Produce plans, sections, elevations, schedules, and technical details.
• Maintain project Revit models and BIM standards.
• Coordinate consultant information and assist with drawing integration.
• Implement redlines and support quality control of drawing production.
• Assist in the coordination and documentation of cast-in-place reinforced concrete building systems.
• Contribute to the development of architectural details and technical drawing packages.
• Technical Development: Support building code and zoning research.
• Coordinate structural, MEP, and specialty consultant documentation.
• Identify and resolve technical and coordination issues with guidance from project leadership.
• Assist in developing practical, constructible design solutions.
• Support coordination efforts related to cast-in-place concrete structures and building systems.
• Construction Administration: Assist in preparing RFIs, addenda, supplemental instructions, and bulletins.
• Review shop drawings and material submittals.
• Participate in site observations, field visits, and punch list activities as needed.
• Design Support: Translate design concepts into coordinated construction documents.
• Assist with detailing, building systems integration, and material research.
• Collaborate with project leadership and team members throughout project development.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Captain

SLCE Architects Employer

Santa Monica, CA, USLocation:

$85,000 - $105,000 annually Pay:

SLCE Architects is seeking a highly motivated Job Captain to join our Los Angeles office. This role is ideal for an architectural professional with strong technical skills, solid Revit proficiency, and experience coordinating project teams and documentation through all phases of design and construction.

Required Experience:

Candidates must have experience working on projects incorporating cast-in-place reinforced concrete construction. The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of concrete detailing, consultant coordination, and construction documentation for multifamily, mixed-use, and/or commercial.

The Job Captain will work closely with Project Managers and Project Architects to develop, coordinate, and deliver high-quality construction documents while supporting communication among consultants, clients, contractors, and internal project teams.

Responsibilities

Project Coordination

• Support day-to-day project coordination and team communication.


• Coordinate with consultants, engineers, contractors, and internal project teams.


• Assist in monitoring project schedules, milestones, and deliverable deadlines.


• Organize and document project meetings and action items.

Construction Documents & Technical Production

• Develop and coordinate architectural documentation from schematic design through construction documents.


• Produce plans, sections, elevations, schedules, and technical details.


• Maintain project Revit models and BIM standards.


• Coordinate consultant information and assist with drawing integration.


• Implement redlines and support quality control of drawing production.


• Assist in the coordination and documentation of cast-in-place reinforced concrete building systems.


• Contribute to the development of architectural details and technical drawing packages.

Technical Development

• Support building code and zoning research.


• Coordinate structural, MEP, and specialty consultant documentation.


• Identify and resolve technical and coordination issues with guidance from project leadership.


• Assist in developing practical, constructible design solutions.


• Support coordination efforts related to cast-in-place concrete structures and building systems.

Construction Administration

• Assist in preparing RFIs, addenda, supplemental instructions, and bulletins.


• Review shop drawings and material submittals.


• Participate in site observations, field visits, and punch list activities as needed.

Design Support

• Translate design concepts into coordinated construction documents.


• Assist with detailing, building systems integration, and material research.


• Collaborate with project leadership and team members throughout project development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.


• 5-8+ years of professional architectural experience.


• Strong proficiency in Revit and working knowledge of AutoCAD.


• Understanding of BIM workflows and document coordination.


• Experience producing comprehensive construction document sets.


• Required: Experience working on projects utilizing cast-in-place reinforced concrete construction.


• Working knowledge of architectural detailing and consultant coordination for concrete structures.


• Experience with renovation, repositioning, and adaptive reuse projects is desirable.


• Knowledge of applicable building codes, accessibility standards, and zoning requirements.


• Progress toward architectural licensure is preferred.


• Experience with multifamily residential, mixed-use, commercial, institutional, or large-scale urban projects is highly desirable.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong technical and organizational skills.


• Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities and deadlines.


• Excellent communication and consultant coordination abilities.


• Collaborative team player with a positive and professional attitude.


• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.


• Demonstrates experience with the documentation and coordination of cast-in-place reinforced concrete projects.

Work Arrangement & Remote Work Policy

This is a full-time, in-office position based in our Los Angeles office. Regular in-person attendance is an essential requirement of the role and is critical to effective collaboration, mentorship, project coordination, and project delivery.

SLCE does not offer this position as a permanent remote or hybrid role. Employees may request temporary remote work accommodations under limited circumstances; however, all such requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and are subject to management approval.

Any approved remote work arrangement is intended to be temporary and does not alter the position's primary in-office requirements. We encourage candidates who are comfortable with an in-office work environment to apply, as the role is not currently structured as a fully remote or permanently hybrid position.

About SLCE Architects

SLCE Architects is a multidisciplinary architectural practice with more than 85 years of experience and a portfolio of over 3,500 projects worldwide. The firm provides design and technical services across a broad range of project types, including residential, mixed-use, commercial, affordable housing, senior living, and institutional developments.

Known for its technical expertise, collaborative approach, and commitment to quality, SLCE partners with developers, institutions, and nonprofit organizations to deliver successful projects that positively impact the communities they serve.

About Our Los Angeles Office

SLCE's Los Angeles office, located in Santa Monica, represents an exciting expansion of the firm's long-standing architectural practice beyond New York City.

As one of SLCE's newest offices, we are building a team of talented professionals who are eager to contribute not only to exceptional project work, but also to the growth of a strong studio culture and collaborative office community. This is a unique opportunity to join an office during an important stage of its development and help shape its future.

We are seeking individuals who thrive in a team-oriented environment, enjoy working closely with colleagues, and are excited about helping build a dynamic and engaging workplace. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on projects while contributing to the culture, standards, and identity of our growing Los Angeles office.

For professionals looking to be part of an entrepreneurial, expanding team backed by the resources, reputation, and experience of an established architectural practice, this role offers a rare opportunity to help shape the next chapter of SLCE's growth.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $85,000 - $105,000

SLCE offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment that supports career growth.