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JOB CAPTAIN I and II Architectural

Min. Required Years of Experience:                                      FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Captain I: 1 years, Good Performance

Job Captain II: 2 years, Excellent to Superior Performance

Required Education: Professional degree in Architecture from NAAB accredited university is preferred.

Licensure: Not required, however work must be overseen by Licensed Professional.

Level of Experience: Intermediate

Reports to: Project Architect, Project Manager, Production Architect or Job Captain II

Level of Supervision: Works moderately independent in production of the construction drawings with major decisions made by supervisors. Works under general supervision.

General Description:

• Able to perform all activities required by the CAD DRAFTER Architectural position

• Is the primary responsible party for organizing and producing the Design Development and Construction drawings under the direction of Project Manager or Project Architect.

• Interprets, understands and coordinates with other discipline's drawings (MEP, Structural, etc.)

• Has basic understanding of the project Contract Documents concerning Schedule, Project Budget Hours, Change Orders, ASI, and Contract requirements.

Communication Skills: Shall have good written and oral communication skills.

Level of Judgement Regarding Projects and Design: Independent judgement is expected depending on experience level but consults with their Project Manager or Project Architect on most decisions.

Mentoring: More experienced personnel are expected to help less experienced personnel develop the skills needed to be a quality JOB CAPTAIN or CAD DRAFTER Architectural.

Client Relationship: Some client interaction is expected in the absence of the Project Manager or Project Architect, but not the primary client contact.

Production of Construction Documents:

• Construction Documents: Expected to organize the production of and coordinate the construction documents utilizing Revit and/or AutoCAD for assigned projects.

• Codes: Expected to have good working understanding and knowledge of applicable codes.

• Project Schedules and Budgets: Responsible for completing tasks as necessary, within the budgeted hours given, to meet project needs and Supervisor's expectations.

• Meetings: Attends in-house meetings as required, regardless of location and/or time of day.

• Reports: None

• Quality Control: Expected to review his/her own as well as work of less experienced staff to ensure quality of drawings and specifications on assigned projects.

• Software: Expected to be proficient in Revit or on a path to acquire proficiency.

Office Hours: Standard office hours. Flexible schedule available. 

Travel: None expected.

Performance Metrics:

• Good to Excellent/Peer evaluation(s) for Job Captain I
• Excellent to Superior/Peer evaluation for Job Captain II
• Accuracy of completed drawings
• Quickness and efficiency of drafting
• Billable hours efficiency percentage (utilization ratio).

About LK Architecture

Based in Wichita, Kansas, LK Architecture is a leading commercial architecture firm that works throughout the United States. We are fully licensed and accredited in all 50 states and are proud to have successfully completed projects in the entire geographical span of the United States. With in-house capabilities that include architectural services, electrical, mechanical and plumbing engineering, interior design, land planning and landscape solutions, we are always looking to grow our team. The heart of our practice is based on the expertise of the licensed professionals that serve our clientele, so we provide a number of continuing education opportunities both in-house and through our allied professional association educational programs.

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