Higher Education Jobs 2026 (Now Hiring) – Smart Auto Apply

Do you thrive in an imaginative and inventive environment? Are you someone who flourishes when part of a cohesive team where collaboration and ideas flow freely? Want to work for a firm that is taking concrete actions towards Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion? We’re looking for an experienced Job Captain to join our Education team in our Irvine office. The Education team works on various projects from K-12 to higher education. We offer a robust bonus plan, flexible hours including work-from-home and every other Friday off options. 

An ideal candidate has a thorough understanding of building systems, codes, and standards as they relate to their assigned projects and assists in collaborating with internal staff and studio and firm management as well as external contacts. This individual has experience with projects ranging in size and complexity in the Education market. We are looking for a stellar individual who wants to change the world, one project at a time. Sound like you?

As the Job Captain, you will…

• Monitor the production and coordination of drawings and specifications, including overseeing consultant coordination of projects.
• Collaborate with project leaders to develop solutions for basic design problems, including program compliance, code and agency compliance, product research, schedule commitments, and agency interface.
• Provide technical oversight and coordinate project activities with clients, consultants, contractors, and staff.
• Assist project leads in developing project documents for bidding and construction and help with construction administration tasks for projects.
• Complete and maintain code review and analysis through the completion of the projects.
• Assist project leaders in preparing project management plans and ensure adherence to these plans.
• Work with project leaders to develop plans, address, and find solutions for basic project-related issues.
• Assist in identifying and addressing issues affecting project budget, construction costs, schedule, and risk management for the Firm.
• Inform project leaders of potential client and consultant requested changes to the scope of work; assess the impact on the project budget and schedule.
• Uphold The Lionakis Way standards for design, quality control, and production.
• Prepare documents ensuring accuracy and coordination with consultants and project teams.
• Participate in all phases of the design and project documentation processes and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Produce accurate work as a part of a coordinated project team.
• Perform complete quality control reviews as necessary.
• Delegate tasks to production staff and support their professional development through coaching.
• Assist in creating presentation materials to support the project team's design and marketing efforts.
• Demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills, complete tasks accurately and on schedule, and take initiative to seek out guidance or additional tasks, as needed.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of individuals.
• Assist the project team and market/studio leadership with any additional duties that may be assigned.

Job Captain Qualifications – The Must-Haves (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years architectural project experience
• Proficient with BIM/Revit software programs, MS Office Suite, Bluebeam
• Prior experience with Education projects (DSA experience a huge plus)

Job Captain Qualifications – The Like-to-Haves (Not Required)

• LEED accreditation

Salary Range: $99,400-$122,600 annually. Compensation and level DOE. 

Studies have shown that underrepresented individuals like women; LGBTQIA+; and BIPOC, among others, are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in a job description or posting. Because we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, we understand the best candidate may come from a non-traditional background to our field of work. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described above. Diversity makes us better. 

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