Architect / Job Captain

Job Title: Architect / Job Captain Location: Rockville Centre, NY Job Type: Full-Time About Our Client Our client is a well-established architecture and design firm specializing in commercial, healthcare, and institutional projects. The organization is known for delivering high-quality architectural solutions with a strong focus on technical excellence, project execution, client collaboration, and regulatory compliance. Our client works closely with owners, consultants, contractors, and municipalities to successfully deliver projects from concept through construction completion. The firm values professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and strong technical expertise. Position Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Architect / Job Captain to support the design, drafting, coordination, and execution of commercial and healthcare projects. This role will work closely with Senior Project Managers, consultants, contractors, and internal design teams to oversee projects from design development through construction administration. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical drafting skills, deep knowledge of commercial building systems and codes, and the ability to manage project documentation efficiently. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are completed accurately, on schedule, and in compliance with applicable building and healthcare regulations. Key Responsibilities Project Coordination & Design Support Collaborate with Senior Project Managers on multiple commercial and healthcare projects

Support project planning, coordination, and execution from design documentation through construction completion

Participate in client meetings, consultant coordination meetings, and construction meetings with general contractors

Assist in maintaining project schedules and achieving established milestones

Architectural Drafting & Documentation Prepare and manage architectural drawings and construction documents using AutoCAD

Ensure completeness and accuracy of project documentation

Coordinate architectural details with engineering consultants and multidisciplinary teams

Support permit submissions and regulatory documentation requirements

Construction Administration Oversee projects throughout the construction process to ensure alignment with design intent

Respond to RFIs, support submittal reviews, and coordinate field-related design updates

Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to resolve technical issues efficiently

Monitor project progress and maintain quality standards throughout all phases

Code Compliance & Regulatory Coordination Apply strong working knowledge of: Commercial Building Codes

ADA Compliance Requirements

Permit and municipal approval processes

Coordinate with local agencies and regulatory authorities to support permit acquisition and project approvals

Ensure all project documentation complies with applicable codes and standards

Healthcare & Specialized Facility Experience Support healthcare and medical facility projects where applicable

Apply familiarity with: FGI Guidelines for Outpatient Facilities

Department of Health Article 28 regulations

Healthcare planning and compliance standards

Coordinate healthcare-specific requirements within project designs and documentation

Required Qualifications Minimum 5+ years of architectural experience

Strong proficiency in AutoCAD

Experience preparing commercial construction documents

Strong understanding of commercial building systems and shell construction

Knowledge of ADA requirements and commercial building codes

Ability to coordinate projects from design through construction completion

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced project environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Our client strongly prefers candidates with experience in one or more of the following: Healthcare or medical facility project experience

• Knowledge of FGI Guidelines and Department of Health Article 28 regulations

• Experience using: Procore

• SketchUp

• Experience coordinating permitting and municipal approvals

• Construction administration experience

• Core Competencies Technical drafting and documentation expertise

• Strong project coordination and multitasking abilities

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking

• Client-facing communication skills

• Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset

• Ability to work effectively within collaborative project teams

Why Join Our Client

Opportunity to work on diverse commercial and healthcare architectural projects

Collaborative and professional work environment

Long-term career growth opportunities

Exposure to technically challenging and high-impact projects

Strong emphasis on teamwork, quality, and project excellence