Senior Job Captain - Education

DAHLIN Architecture | Planning | Interiors

$80K — $90K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years' experience, with at least 2 years as a job captain required.
  • California K-12 and DSA experience essential.
  • Bachelor or Master of Architecture required.
  • Recent involvement in U.S. architectural projects needed.
  • Strong understanding of U.S. building codes, permitting processes, and construction practices.
  • Experience with U.S.-based clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies required.
  • Commitment to professional growth, ideally towards architect licensure.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

  • Provide architectural consultation from Design Development to Construction Administration.
  • Apply advanced architectural concepts in design solutions.
  • Review and ensure compliance of drawings and designs with standards.
  • Monitor project budgets and schedules, maintaining necessary documentation.
  • Submit required reports and specifications in a timely manner.
  • Cultivate positive relationships with clients and consultants.
  • Supervise technical staff and offer direction when necessary.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Pre-tax Flexible Spending plan participation.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan and 401k available.
  • Opportunity for professional development and growth.
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking an energetic, confident, and highly motivated ARCHITECTURAL JOB CAPTAIN - EDUCATION to join the teamin our Irvine, CA office. Working under the guidance of a senior project team member, this person will be responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned major project, or several small projects, including the investigation, evaluation, and recommendation of design solutions that best meets the client's needs.

This is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 3 days per week onsite at our Irvine, CA office.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
  • Provide professional architectural consultation from the end of Design Development through building permit submittal and Construction Administration.
  • Apply advanced architectural concepts and designs.
  • Review drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards.
  • Monitor budgets and schedules and maintain project documentation.
  • Submit reports and specifications as requested.
  • Maintain positive working relationships with clients, outside consultants and technical staff.
  • Supervision of technical staff and redlining others' work may be required.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING
  • Proficient in building codes, understanding different product types and how the code determines how the buildings are constructed.
  • Strong skills in production of construction drawings, start to finish.
  • Strong skills and talent in SketchUp modeling,AutoCAD, and Revit/BIM; Adobe Design Suite experience preferred.
  • Experience working in construction phases of projects.
  • Self-motivated; ability to work independently and in a team environment to coordinate with other design professionals.
  • Excellent problem solver and independent thinker with good listening skills and strong follow through.
  • Excellent graphic, communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.
  • Able to effectively and positively provide direction and lead architectural staff.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
  • 4+ years' experience, with at least 2 years as a job captain required.
  • California K-12 experience required; DSA experience required.
  • Bachelor or Master of Architecture required.
  • Recent experience working on architectural projects within the United States.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. building codes, permitting processes, and construction practices.
  • Experience coordinating with U.S.-based clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
  • Commitment to their own professional growth; preferably to obtaining licensure as an architect.
  • Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States without any restrictions. Please note that visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer the opportunity to participate in a pre-tax Flexible Spending plan, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and 401k.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 depending on qualifications. Placement within this pay range will be determined by factors such as education, qualifications, project complexity and/or experience. The maximum is reserved for candidates who currently meet all job requirements. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

Please Note...
Including a link to an online portfolio is a huge plus! We regret that due to the large volume of inquiries, we are unable to accept phone calls regarding the status of applications. We'll be sure to contact you if we need more information. Apply now!

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We do not accept resumes from recruiters, placement agencies, or other staffing vendors who have not signed an agreement with us. Unsolicited resumes will be ineligible for referral fees.

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