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What they do
A Civil or Architectural Designer or Drafter prepares detailed drawings for building plans and architectural designs. Creates drawings according to specifications provided by an architect, and uses computer-aided design and drafting technology.
$73,211 / year median in California
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Architect / Designer -
Job Captain Residential Employer:
San Francisco, CA, US Location:
Tue, Sep 8 '26 Posted on: $98,000 - $128,000annually
Pay:
Company:
Arcanum Architecture is an award-winning architectural design firm known for high-end custom residences and uniquely designed restaurants and wineries. A selected project portfolio can be found on our website: . Arcanum is currently seeking a job captain to join the residential team. The candidate will work closely with the project manager and design team to develop, detail, and coordinate schematic design through construction documents. The candidate must be creative, well-organized, self-motivated and collaborative. This position is not remote. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance to San Francisco and legally authorized to work in the United States. Arcanum is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Qualifications:
Accredited degree in architecture: B.Arch. or M.Arch. 7+ years of professional experience, primarily in high-end custom residential projects (candidates with higher levels of experience are encouraged to apply and may be considered for more senior roles) Knowledge of CRC standards, design, and detailing in Type V construction Proficiency in AutoCAD, BIM, and Adobe Suite required; ArchiCAD and SketchUp preferred Thoughtful design skills and strong portfolio, including examples of residential construction drawings Excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and self-management
Responsibilities:
Collaborate effectively with the project manager and design team in the development of the design with limited supervision Create preliminary and schematic design drawing packages for client presentations and design review boards Manage production, organization, and coordination of drawing sets with an exceptional standard of craft and quality Seek innovative approaches to communicate design ideas efficiently, effectively, and artfully using various software platforms
Compensation:
Annual salary range for this position is $98,000 - $128,000, depending on experience. Paid vacation and holidays 401(k) Medical, dental, and vision health care plans Life insurance and disability plans Profit sharing plan How to
Apply:
Qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, and samples of work in PDF format to [email protected] . Please include "
JOB CAPTAIN RESIDENTIAL
" in the subject line of the email. Arcanum Architecture, Inc. thanks all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or drop-ins please.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health Insurance