Job Captain

We’re looking for a Job Captain to join our Alameda or Denver team (hybrid) and lead the coordination and development of Mixed-Use projects from design through construction. Working alongside Project Managers, Designers, consultants, and clients, you’ll bring design ideas to life, guide project teams, and help deliver thoughtful, high-quality projects on time and within budget.

MBH is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, & inclusion in the workplace. To request a reasonable accommodation during the interview process please email [email protected].

What You'll Do

• Lead the coordination and development of architectural drawings and construction documents

• Support design development, quality control, and project deliverables across variable project types and timelines

• Be a driver for the team meeting project schedules, prioritizing efforts, and coordinating with outside consultants

• Provide guidance and mentorship to designers and project team members and make your team stronger

• Conduct site visits, surveys, due diligence, and coordinate architectural plans with consultants, clients, and internal project teams

• Apply building codes, zoning regulations, and applicable architectural standards with support from a broader team

• Ability to perform basic architectural code research and due diligence

• Support project managers in construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, site visits, and construction coordination

• Monitor project progress, effort remaining, and overall project performance in collaboration with a project manager

• Ideate multiple solutions to a problem and identify the trade offs

• Translate design intent into functional, coordinated architectural solutions while maintaining design quality and project goals

• Have a strong sense of ownership and investment in projects you believe in

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in architecture, project delivery, and construction documentation

• Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam; experience with SketchUp, BIM360, Enscape, Adobe Creative suite a plus.

• Understanding of architectural design process, building documentation, and project coordination

• General familiarity with project management and financial tracking tools

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and team collaboration platforms

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Love opportunities to design and put your mark on projects

• A passion for, and experience with, interior design, lighting and furnishing selection is a plus

Benefits

• 100% Paid Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401k Profit Sharing

• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Volunteer, and Sick Time Off

• Professional development stipend

• LinkedIn Learning and Hone classes

• Hybrid work stipend, office snacks, and monthly lunches

• Commuter Benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Company sponsored Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

About MBH Architects

MBH Architects offers the best of both worlds: the resources of a top-tier firm with the supportive culture of a close-knit team. With offices in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York, Denver, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, we provide hybrid flexibility and global reach.

Our success is built on meaningful collaboration and continuous education. Through integrated services (architecture, environmental graphics, fixture and interior design), we deliver world-class projects, including multi-family housing, labs, retail experiences for iconic brands, and many more. We believe great work happens when people feel supported and inspired.

What sets us apart? A strong sense of community, dedication to sustainability and social impact, and a culture that celebrates creativity and connection—whether through design competitions or our legendary waffle-offs.

If you are passionate about your work, and strive for excellence in everything you do, MBH Architects could be the perfect fit for you.