Intermediate Level Designer / Job Captain

Bowker Studio Employer:
Los Angeles, CA, USLocation:
Mon, Jun 3 '24Posted on:
Full-timeType:

BIM BASED ARCHITECTURAL JOB CAPTAIN

Bowker Studio is a small (2-3 people) design-focused and high-service architectural practice based in Los Angeles, California. We work with a range of local and international clients and our body of work consists of industrial design projects, facade systems, alternative construction, private residences,  and commercial projects. Projects also have included art installations, performance and theatre installations, furniture, and alternative living spaces. 

We have a studio-like atmosphere where individuals can focus, inspire and learn from each other. We are seeking individuals that are excited for challenges and dedicated to crafting great projects together.  We invite people that have high expectations for their own work, are good problem solvers and enjoy a collaborative work environment to join our team.

We are seeking a motivated Architectural Job Captain with a focus on BIM based projects and with a background in parametric and computational design.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of BArch or MArch
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in an Architectural office. Prefer 5-10 years.
• Organized, precise and attentive to detail
• Great verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
• Self motivated and enjoys a collaborative team environment
• Flexible and well-rounded to accommodate shifting schedules, project demands, and deadlines
• Detail oriented and self-motivated, with a working knowledge of construction means and methods
• Construction Documents and Contract Administration phase experience required * Must include examples of Construction Document sheets in submission
• Project management experience preferred
• Knowledge in ArchiCAD (preferred) and/or Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper
• Knowledge of Digital Fabrication means and methods

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

A candidate should display excellence in a BIM platform and construction document oversight for complex projects.  

The primary responsibilities for this position include:

• Develop detailed BIM models for design and construction documents
• Develop and maintain BIM standards, templates, and libraries across projects
• Lead in BIM implementation and support staff in ongoing training
• In-house training and produce instruction materials
• Implement materials and technical details
• Create high-quality construction documents
• Orchestrate internal teams on complex projects
• Permitting and agency coordination as needed
• Provide architectural quality control for drawing sets

This is a full-time, salaried position. We provide a competitive salary. We support growth within the office and encourage professional development. A successful candidate should have a strong interest in commercial and residential work and a desire to grow quickly in knowledge and responsibility.