Intermediate Architectural Designer
About The Position
Beyer Blinder Belle, with offices in New York City, Boston, Washington, D.C., and Miami, is seeking an enthusiastic Architectural Designer to join its Washington, D.C. office. Our ideal candidate is excited about shaping meaningful civic, cultural, institutional, and mixed-use environments through new construction, historic preservation, and adaptive reuse projects. All BBB employees, including new hires, can participate in staff initiatives that advance professional skills, connect staff beyond project work, and promote the values of environmental and social well-being. We pride ourselves on our collaborative and supportive culture. We are seeking a motivated Architectural Designer to join our Washington, D.C. office and contribute to a range of projects, including new construction, historic preservation, and adaptive reuse work. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working collaboratively through multiple project phases, from conceptual design through construction administration, and will bring strong technical and design capabilities to complex project environments.
Requirements
- 3-5+ years of professional experience (licensed or actively pursuing licensure)
- Professional degree in Architecture
- Strong proficiency in Revit required
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite required
- Ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply architectural design and technical solutions for specific assignments with support and direction from a Senior Architect or above
- Responsible for managing time effectively to meet deadlines and communicating proactively with project managers and team members
- Responsible for document production, design team coordination, and contributing to collaborative production workflows
- Strong graphic, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to manage deliverable production and schedules independently for smaller projects and with senior-level support on larger, more complex projects
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Enscape and Rhino strongly preferred
- Experience working on existing buildings, preservation, or adaptive reuse projects strongly preferred
- Familiarity with MEP systems coordination is a plus, particularly within renovation and existing building conditions
Responsibilities
- Contribute to a range of projects, including new construction, historic preservation, and adaptive reuse work.
- Work collaboratively through multiple project phases, from conceptual design through construction administration.
- Bring strong technical and design capabilities to complex project environments.
- Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and communicate proactively with project managers and team members.
- Document production, design team coordination, and contributing to collaborative production workflows.
- Manage deliverable production and schedules independently for smaller projects and with senior-level support on larger, more complex projects.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff members.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (with a no-premium option)
- 401(k) plan (pre-tax/ and or Roth)
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care savings plans
- Commuter transit/parking programs
- Life/disability insurance
- PTO, holidays, and paid volunteer opportunities
- Subsidies for ARE exam fees, AIA membership dues, and other professional expenses
- Fitness Discounts, mental health support, and wellness programs
- Mentorship programs and employee resource groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
