Overview
Job Captain / Senior Job Captain Jobs in Markham, Ontario, Canada at Naylor Architect Inc.
Title: Job Captain / Senior Job Captain
Company: Naylor Architect Inc.
Location: Markham, Ontario, Canada
Company Description
Naylor Architect Inc. is a full-service Canadian architecture firm with over 30 years of experience and a strong reputation in retail, hospitality, restaurant, and commercial design. Partnering with Canadian and global brands, the firm delivers diverse projects ranging from QSRs and luxury fine dining restaurants to big-box retail stores and commercial offices. Naylor Architect Inc. excels in managing multi-site rollouts and jurisdictional complexities, ensuring seamless project execution. Licensed across Canada, the firm is committed to creating functional, well-executed spaces that serve our clients' business objectives from day one.
Role Description
Naylor Architect Inc. is seeking a Job Captain / Senior Job Captain to join our growing team. This role is suited to a strong technical and production-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience delivering retail, restaurant, and QSR projects across multiple phases. There will be periodic involvement in other project sectors, including multi-unit residential, auto dealerships, and senior living.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal Architect, consultants, and clients to develop, coordinate, and deliver high-quality drawing packages. This role is ideal for a collaborative, dependable professional who is confident taking ownership of projects, often acting as the primary team member leading day-to-day coordination and production on a file, while being supported by a larger, experienced team.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and coordinate architectural drawing packages through design development, permit, tender, and construction phases
- Lead day-to-day coordination and production on assigned projects, serving as the primary team member responsible for advancing each file
- Assist with site measurements, existing conditions documentation, and building code / zoning coordination
- Support permit, landlord/tenant, and client submission packages across multiple Canadian jurisdictions
- Respond to RFIs, shop drawings, site issues, and construction-related coordination items as required
- Maintain drawing quality, consistency, and production standards across multiple active projects
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or Interior Design
- 5-8 years of relevant professional experience
- Experience in retail, commercial or hospitality projects is strongly preferred
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant design and modeling software
- In-depth understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and construction documentation
- Strong project coordination skills with demonstrated experience managing consultants, contractors, and stakeholder communications
- Proven ability to problem-solve and address design and technical challenges effectively
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet demanding deadlines
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining consistently high-quality outcomes
- Valid Class G driver's licence
- Ability to occasionally travel within Canada for project-related responsibilities, including site visits, client meetings, and, at times, multi-night stays
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and portfolio in PDF format to [email protected]. For files exceeding 10 MB, please provide a secure downloadable link within the body of your email. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Naylor Architect Inc. is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in any stage of the selection process. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.
