Job Captain

Hiring Job Captains In Long Island

About the Opportunity

Step into a pivotal role as a Job Captain / Architectural Designer with a growing, design-driven firm where your ideas, initiative, and technical skills will directly influence project success. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy leading aspects of the design + documentation process, and are looking for a place to truly advance your career, this role offers the challenge and momentum you're seeking.

You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse architectural projects-particularly in the retail and restaurant sectors-while contributing to a team that values creativity, precision, and professional growth.

What You'll Do

• Develop clear, accurate, and high-quality Construction Documents

• Work side-by-side with the Project Manager and Drafters to solve design and coordination challenges

• Review drawings, create redlines, and ensure all documentation meets firm and code standards

• Lead and organize site visits, field surveys, and project assessments

• Bring proactive energy-contributing ideas, anticipating needs, and showing the drive to grow into higher-level roles

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

• 3-6 years of professional architectural experience, preferably in technical roles

• Strong proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD

• Solid understanding of building codes and zoning regulations

• Proven experience preparing Construction Documents

Bonus Skills

• Experience in Construction Administration

• Experience in Retail and Restaurant project types

• Familiarity with Bluebeam and Photoshop

• Architectural licensure (or progress toward it) is a plus

Why You'll Love Working Here

Join a tight-knit 15-person architectural team located in Huntington Station, NY-small enough to be collaborative and supportive, yet established enough to offer stability and exciting project variety.

What you can expect:

• In-office teamwork, 5 days a week, with opportunities for nationwide site travel

• Clear growth potential-the firm's leadership has advanced from Job Captain themselves, proving there's room to rise

• A culture of learning: internal training, study groups for licensure, vendor presentations, and shared knowledge

• A fun, connected environment with happy hours, team events, and company-sponsored programs

• Competitive benefits, including:

• 5 sick days

• 14 days of PTO

• 7 paid holidays

• Mileage and travel reimbursement

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melville, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melville,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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