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Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM  is seeking an  Architectural Designer  to be based in either the Washington DC or Arlington, VA office.

This position is expected to begin in May 2025.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Performing basic architectural/engineering calculations and analyses to support design decisions.
• Preparing detailed specifications, reports, and related data tables for project documentation.
• Maintaining liaison with design and drafting groups to ensure seamless collaboration and communication.
• Preparing, reviewing, and approving drawings as required, ensuring adherence to project standards and client requirements.
• Under the direction of the Supervising Architect, performing technical assignments of moderate complexity within approved schedules and budgets.
• Coordinating technical and administrative activities with employees in other disciplines and departments participating on assigned projects.
• Assisting in the training and evaluation of assigned architectural and design/drafting personnel.
• Participating in client meetings and presentations to communicate design concepts and progress.
• Conducting site visits to gather information, assess existing conditions, and monitor construction progress.
• Researching and recommending sustainable design solutions and materials to meet project goals and environmental standards.
• Utilizing 3D modeling and visualization software to create compelling presentations and design studies.
• Collaborating with engineers and other consultants to integrate building systems into the overall design.
• Staying current with industry trends, building codes, and regulations to ensure compliance in all design work.
• Contributing to the development of project proposals and fee estimates for potential new projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience from an accredited university.
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred

Qualifications

• Excellent working knowledge of BIM-Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Sketchup, and Enscape.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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