About the role
Compensation: $32.00 - $41.00 per hour
The Job Captain serves as a key bridge between design, project management, consultants, and production staff. The role is responsible for transforming design concepts into accurate construction documents, coordinating project documentation, ensuring code compliance, maintaining quality standards, and supporting construction activities through project completion.
Core Responsibilities
Project Coordination
- Coordinate project teams, consultants, schedules, and deliverables.
- Support project managers in managing timelines and budgets.
- Assign and monitor project tasks.
Design & Documentation
- Develop detailed construction drawings and specifications.
- Produce plans, elevations, sections, and related documentation.
- Assist with design development as needed.
Code Compliance
Apply building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Ensure construction documents comply with applicable requirements.
Quality Assurance
Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness.
Implement quality control procedures and best practices.
Construction Administration
- Participate in site visits and meetings.
- Review submittals and respond to RFIs.
- Support construction contract administration activities.
Technology
Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and related software.
Manage project documentation and production workflows.
Key Competencies
Project coordination and organization
Architectural drafting and documentation
Building code knowledge
Quality control and attention to detail
Construction administration
Problem solving and critical thinking
Communication and teamwork
Task prioritization and time management
Adaptability and initiative
Leadership and delegation (when supervising staff)
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or equivalent experience.
- 2-5 years of architectural experience.
- Experience with project coordination and documentation.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Working knowledge of architectural principles, building codes, and construction methods.
Technical Requirements
- Strong drafting and production capabilities.
- Intermediate to advanced mathematical skills involving geometry, area, volume, percentages, and algebra.
- Ability to interpret technical documents, manuals, and procedures.
- Strong analytical and reasoning skills with minimal supervision.
Ideal Candidate Profile
A successful Job Captain is a detail-oriented architectural professional who can independently coordinate projects, lead document production, collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders, ensure technical accuracy, and support projects from design development through construction administration.
Why AO?
Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and the belief that great work happens when people are supported and challenged in equal measure. You’ll find a team that values:
Strong relationships, with clients and each other
A roll-up-your-sleeves mentality
- Continuous learning and professional growth
- Thoughtful design paired with technical rigor
- At AO, you will work alongside colleagues who care deeply about what they do and are committed to building something meaningful together.
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team. Highlights include:
- Medical, dental, life, and supplemental insurance
- Most medical plans fully paid for employee-only coverage
- Company-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability
- Retirement plan, health savings, and flexible spending accounts
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Free parking and convenient transit access
- Employee discount program (OC location)