Senior Job Captain - Chicago High Density

About the Studio

In the birthplace of the skyscraper, modernism, and the City Beautiful movement, the Chicago High Density studio takes pride in advancing the discourse on design, the urban fabric of our cities, and the impact their work has on the experiences created by architecture. This studio specializes in complex urban infill sites as well as suburban development sites with a primary focus on multifamily, hospitality, and mixed-use buildings in the mid to high-rise typologies. Approaching each project with immense curiosity and open collaboration, this team delivers work with the highest integrity. Chicago HD doesn’t just design buildings — they build relationships.

Your Impact

KTGY's Senior 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 Senior 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.

Responsibilities

• Knows every single sheet in the documentation
• Masters internal workflow, order, timeline, and tasks to reach project milestones effectively and efficiently
• Acts as the collector for project criteria and design story by collaborating with junior and senior team members
• Works to become a trusted team resource for the coordination of the technical execution of the design
• Develops expertise in connecting with clients and consultants for the benefit of the project

Career Path

At KTGY, your career is categorized into the following areas: Explore | Focus | Manage | Specialize | Lead. The Senior Job Captain role falls 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.

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing: Flexible healthcare plans, including an HDHP with company contribution to HSA; company-paid dental; covered vision care
• Insurance: Comprehensive package including life, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Retirement: 401k matching program with 100% vesting from day one
• Professional Development: Bonus for obtaining licensure or accreditation through the Professional Development Program
• Work Environment: In-office hybrid work model; Flexible Alternative Work Week options; PTO and holidays
• Mental Health: Free unlimited confidential counseling through EAP; wellness programs and resources
• Family Perks: Extended benefits for your family

Pay

The expected annual pay range is $75,000 - $90,000.