Job Captain - Architecture

About KTGY

With strategic office locations across the U.S. and more than three decades of design leadership, KTGY brings together architecture, interior design, branded environments and urban design to realize innovative concepts for how people live. Guided by our core values of design, collaboration, care and partnership our teams realize solutions that make a positive impact for our clients, communities, individuals and the environment. We merge vision, research and our people-centric storytelling and design process to transform possibilities into thriving residential, retail, hospitality and mixed-use destinations. 

Job Captain - Architecture

Studio: Washington D.C. High Density

Design innovators who lead with ideas, the passionate team members of D.C. High Density lend considerable experience and brainpower to the design of high rise, multifamily and mixed use developments. Navigating the challenges of affordable design and development is a particular focus for this studio, and they are always happy to share what they know with our other studios. Through their buddy system and regular office-wide lunches, D.C. HD focuses on uniting and coordinating everyone under a “one team, one dream” credo. Sharing an office with For Sale, Interior Design and Research Development, getting all team members on the same page is a priority for this studio.

Your Impact

KTGY's Job Captain is in the critical position of leading the creation and coordination of the documents that bring the design story into built form. Balancing both a design sensibility and a focus on technical savvy, the Job Captain directs internal staff members, coordinates with consultants, and knits the project inspiration to the project documents, creating outstanding places for people to live in.

Your Role

At KTGY, your career should be as thoughtfully designed as the spaces you create. We’re committed to nurturing passionate talent and guiding growth within the following four key aspects of our practice:

Design

Contributes to the technical execution of the design story by generating design solutions to be realized in the built environment.

Collaboration

Works closely with internal team members in producing technical documents. Helps guide and mentor Project Associates and works closely with project leadership in developing the work plan.

Care

Is focused on quality of the work produced and the alignment with the design story.

Partnership

Works closely with consultant team in coordinating, developing and technical documents.

Your Career 

KTGY categorizes roles within the following areas along your career path: 

Explore | Focus | Manage | Specialize | Lead 

Job Captain is within Focus, which provides opportunities for team members to refine their skills, gain independence and develop strong collaborative relationships within the team as well as the profession. During this phase, team members find encouragement and support to advance their career goals and continue along their professional development path. Check out how we think about careers here. 

Next Steps

Does that sound like you? Apply online and tell us about yourself!

KTGY Perks - We Care About Your Health & Wellbeing

Design What Works for You 

• Flexible healthcare plans that fit your needs, including an HDHP with company contribution to HSA
• Smile bright with company-paid dental and keep your vision sharp with covered eye care
• Comprehensive insurance package including life, AD&D, and disability coverage - because we've got your back

Let’s Partner on Your Future

• Jump-start your retirement with our 401k matching program - you're 100% vested from day one
• Level up your career and earn a bonus for obtaining licensure or accreditation with our Professional Development Program

A Collaborative Work Environment with Flexibility

• Find your perfect balance with our in-office hybrid work model
• Flexible Alternative Work Week options - design a schedule that works for you
• PTO and holidays to recharge and celebrate

Thrive Together

• Your mental health matters: Free unlimited confidential counseling through our EAP
• Stay energized with wellness programs and resources
• Extra perks and benefits that extend to your family

The range that the Company expects to pay is $32.00 - $36.00/hour.