Architectural Designer

Architectural Designer

The Project Designer is a detail-oriented, reliable professional with strong technical skills and a production mindset. This role is primarily responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining design and documentation deliverables across all project phases, supporting project teams to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely execution. The Project Designer focuses on translating design intent into clear, buildable documentation while assisting with coordination, standards compliance, and day-to-day production needs.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain technical drawings and documentation across all project phases.
• Support design development through drafting, modeling, and coordination of project materials.
• Assist with internal and external coordination by tracking comments, updates, and deliverables.
• Prepare presentation and production materials for internal reviews and client use.
• Incorporate regulatory requirements, including zoning, code compliance, and permitting comments, into drawing sets.
• Conduct material and product research and assist with specifications and schedules.
• Implement redlines, revisions, and quality control checks to ensure accuracy.
• Execute workplan by managing assigned tasks and meeting production deadlines.
• Assist with proposal graphics, authorization documents, and project setup materials as needed.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit and BlueBeam.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with design development and construction documents.
• Commercial experience, preferably in multifamily, commercial, or institutional building types.
• Project management experience including consultant coordination, drafting, and production.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Registered professional with a minimum of 4+ years of experience in the design industry.
• Additional accreditations such as WELL, Passive House, or similar are highly valued.
• Experience with SketchUp, AutoCAD, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred but not required.
• Passion for design and engagement in extracurricular or industry-related activities is encouraged.

Work Environment

The studio consists of 12 employees and offers a hybrid schedule. The environment fosters collaboration in a team-oriented setting, valuing diverse perspectives. The company emphasizes mission-driven work, aiming to revitalize urban spaces with inclusive, sustainable development projects. Employees have opportunities for growth and development, pursuing industry certifications and gaining hands-on experience across all phases of design and construction.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Washington, DC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

Quarterly, merit-based profit-sharing bonuses. In recent years, our PMs have received an average of $10,000 per year in bonuses. • Paid Time off: 3 weeks/yr (15 work days per 12 months of work). Up to 1 week of unused vacation may be rolled over to the next year. • In addition, we close our office between 12/24 and 1/1. • Holidays: 7 holidays/year plus 1 floating holiday. • Continuing Education stipend: $250/yr. • Reimbursements: AIA, LEED, Well or similar membership/accreditation. • Health insurance: Company pays 50% of medical and dental plans. • Retirement fund: Simple IRA; Company matches contributions up to 3% • Paid sick leave as required by DC Law.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Washington, DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands.