JOB CAPTAIN

Design Draw Build (DDB) Inc is seeking a resourceful, and ambitious architect with a keen eye for interior design to join our team. Our team of architects, builders, forward thinkers and fabricators thrive on the process of collaboration of design, craft, art, design-continuity through the entire process of concept development through building completion. Design Draw Build, Inc. is a growing Oakland based architect-led design-build firm. We traverse multiple typologies and scales, ranging from high-end single family to multi-family, commercial, adaptive reuse, education and affordable housing. We pride our work by continuing to push the design boundaries using forward inventive thinking, sustainability, and future proofing, while integrating the client’s needs and navigating planning/zoning constraints.
Currently, DDB Architects and Builders are designing projects in the Bay Area, East Bay and the Peninsula. Our team thrives on the diverse creative challenges in both our urban and rural engagements. We offer competitive salaries, benefits and opportunities for professional development.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• B’ Arch required or higher in Architecture
• 3+ years of experience in an Architecture firm
• California Experience preferred, not required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, & Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to work calmly under pressure, prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Strong technical skills with an eye for detail for design
• Home-building, construction or design-build related experience preferred
• California Building code knowledge preferred
• Driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Excellent administrative skills, organized, detail-oriented, file management
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• Collaborate with team members and be a team player
• Able to accept constructive feedback, work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Ability to collaborate with team members and be a team player
• Fun, positive attitude, and pleasant to work with
• Self- motivated, with strong work ethic and desire growth
• Licensure, not required - path to architectural licensure is a plus
  Job Type: Full-Time 40 Hours per week
  Schedule: Monday to Friday, in office

Benefits:

• $80K - $105K, based on experience
• Health insurance matching for Group Medical
• Dental insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• PTO at 10 days annually
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Architectural licensure support
• Professional development
• Office Happy Hours
• Team building and office outings & fun!
• Bicycle parking
• Ergonomic sit-stand workstations

TO APPLY : Please send a cover letter, resume, and portfolio
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Happy hour
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Architecture firm: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Oakland, CA 94609 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oakland, CA 94609: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In perso

THE ROLE

The Job Captain is a core member of the studio and design team. The Job Captain is an individual who listens and contributes to a creative design dialogue, and who likes to experiment with new ideas and materials. You will participate in technical project development from early design phases through construction administration, working closely with the Project Manager delegating tasks to junior staff and coordinating with Consultants.
Successful candidates in this role will be able to take direction, work independently, and provide structured guidance to our ambitious junior staff. The Job Captain is a team player and who takes responsibility for project delivery. Curiosity, resourcefulness & self-motivation are essential. The ideal candidate is a Job Captain who will grow into a Project Manager. In this position, the Job Captain reports directly to the Principal in the Architecture studio with support from Project Managers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of complete architectural projects, including document control, client interaction, and construction administration.
• Assist Project Manager in planning and managing project budgets, schedules and tasking assignments. Help oversee the day to day progress of designers and junior staff.
• Monitor project progress, ensure project deliverables are submitted on time to the client, and timeline is met within allocated hours.
• Forward thinking, proactively identifying and resolving technical design details
• Interface and coordinating with consultants throughout the project (Structural, T24, MEP, Surveyor, Civil, Geotech)
• Coordinating drawings and specifications, plan check comments w/ Consultants
• Develop complete sets of planning and construction documents in accordance with municipal and building codes.
• Conduct research on feasibility and code reviews for architectural and construction projects.
• Facilitation of permits working with local jurisdictions and municipalities
• Development of project presentation materials or design packages with the support of design staff, including finished project renderings and diagrams.
• Coordination with Construction Managers and builders to facilitate construction administration during the build process.
• Provide interior design on projects as needed
• Prepare mood boards, use of space, color schemes, materials, fixtures
• Prepare takeoffs, specifications, selections and sourcing
• Interior elevations
• Attending the weekly Design Studio Meeting on Monday mornings; and arriving prepared to discuss progress to date, and the week’s goals.
• Preparing architectural drawings using Revit, AutoCAD, and Sketchup.
• Seek peer review and redline from Studio members, provide editing and revisions for studio team members
• Working with our primary renderer, to develop project imagery and ensure that it meets client’s expectations.
• Revising architectural plans as marked and thoroughly communicate to team members that are affected by any changes