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Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) · 20 hours ago

Interior Technical Architect - Job Captain

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

6+ years exp

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is committed to shaping a better future through sustainable and impactful work. They are seeking an Interiors Technical Designer/Job Captain responsible for managing the technical development, coordination, and documentation of projects from design development through construction administration, ensuring design integrity and compliance with building codes.

ArchitectureCommercial Real EstateInterior Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Generate construction documents in coordination with mechanical, building systems, codes and ADA requirements

Be the main point of contact in the construction administration phase. Attend project site meetings and write field observation reports, RFI responses. Conduct shop drawing reviews

Coordinate the work of consultants including MEP, Acoustics, Structural and AV

Attend meetings to ascertain the technical requirements to be incorporated in the construction documents

Actively lead a project with periodic supervision

Produce, coordinate and / or oversee presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D Models, drawings etc

Effective & actively collaborate both internally and externally with consultants and clients

Integrate interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of distinct portions of large projects or entire projects of a small scale

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of building materials, systems, specifications etc

Manage time and workload of own work efforts and those of others

Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members’ recognized abilities and potential

Directly supervises staff and is committed to direct reports’ professional development

Develops and engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews

In collaboration with team members, develops a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule

Actively engages in internal and external professional development opportunities

Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge

Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures

Protects SOM from financial and legal risk

Qualification

Advanced RevitConstruction DocumentsBuilding CodesLEED AccreditationConstruction AdministrationBuilding Systems KnowledgeMicrosoft OfficeGoogle WorkspaceVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Required

Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Professional licensure process is close to completion; LEED accreditation strongly preferred

Minimum 6 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities in corporate interiors

Construction Documents and detailing Experience

Construction Administration and site experience interacting with contractors

Familiarity with building codes

Knowledge of building systems used for interior construction

Advanced Revit experience

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Preferred

LEED accreditation strongly preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance

401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs

Inquire about our hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program

Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development

Company

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)

Glassdoor3.7

A global collective of architects, designers, engineers, and planners building a better future. Named No.

Founded in 1936

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.som.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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