- Location
- San Jose, California
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Source
- RecruiterFlow
Description
Overview
A nationally recognized San Jose architecture firm with a global presence is seeking a Job Captain with multi-family project experience. The firm's diverse portfolio spans high-rise residential, mixed-use, commercial, higher education, and civic work across offices in Southern California, the Bay Area, Texas, the East Coast, and Shanghai. If you're looking to join a collaborative studio culture in the heart of San Jose that is actively growing, this is a great opportunity!
What You'll Do
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Lead the full project lifecycle — feasibility studies, schematic design, construction documents, and project manuals — across medium-scale and multi-package projects
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Coordinate a multidisciplinary team of architects, designers, and consultants through design development and CD phases
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Delegate work, provide mentorship to junior staff, and manage consultant relationships to keep deliverables on track
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Develop programming and site planning documents while ensuring design intent is maintained throughout all phases
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Assist in specification writing and conduct on-site construction observation across a variety of building types
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Attend internal coordination meetings and regularly brief the Principal-in-Charge and Project Manager on project status, risks, and milestones
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Represent the firm through active participation in external professional organizations and industry events
Requirements
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5+ years of progressive experience in technical and design production
- Experience in multi-family residential required
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Strong command of construction documentation, field observation, building materials, and construction techniques
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Familiarity with construction administration, governmental agencies, zoning codes, and engineering discipline coordination
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Excellent communication, time management, and client-facing skills
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Understanding of sustainable design practices and current industry standards
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Proficiency in: Revit (2016+), AutoCAD (2016+), SketchUp or Rhino, 3D Studio Max, Maxwell Render, Twinmotion, or Enscape, and Microsoft Office
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Professional degree in Architecture (graduate degree preferred); equivalent experience considered
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LEED AP designation preferred; active membership in a professional organization is a plus
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