Design Associate II

Michael Baker International • Coraopolis, PA

4h

About The Position

Under limited supervision, develop comprehensive architectural designs and construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details for its construction. Coordinate with structural, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) and civil engineering teams to integrate engineering elements into unified architectural designs. Plan structures, such as government facilities, in accordance with environmental, safety, or other regulations. Participate in technical meetings, design reviews, and interdisciplinary coordination sessions. Conduct periodic on-site observations of construction work to monitor compliance with plans. Perform predesign services, including research of materials, systems, and construction methods to support secure and cost-effective building solutions. Contribute to site planning and layouts of structural architectural projects. Prepare visual presentations to communicate design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time for clients and stakeholders.

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field plus 3 years of experience with architectural designs or related.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit for architectural design and documentation.
• Custom Revit family creation and complex 3D modeling for detailed design coordination.
• Technical drawing production for all project phases: submittals, permitting, design, and construction.
• Visualization software skills, including Twinmotion and Adobe Photoshop, for producing renderings and presentations.
• Familiarity with federal building design standards including UFC (Unified Facilities Criteria), ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), and other government-specific building codes and requirements.
• Interdisciplinary coordination with structural, MEP, and civil engineers.
• Understanding of construction methods, building materials, and secure, cost-effective design strategies.
• Quality control and document review processes for architectural deliverables.
• Experience working on federal or government facility projects.
• Background in developing detailed architectural designs from concept through construction documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulatory standards in architectural design.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive architectural designs and construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details for its construction.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) and civil engineering teams to integrate engineering elements into unified architectural designs.
• Plan structures, such as government facilities, in accordance with environmental, safety, or other regulations.
• Participate in technical meetings, design reviews, and interdisciplinary coordination sessions.
• Conduct periodic on-site observations of construction work to monitor compliance with plans.
• Perform predesign services, including research of materials, systems, and construction methods to support secure and cost-effective building solutions.
• Contribute to site planning and layouts of structural architectural projects.
• Prepare visual presentations to communicate design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time for clients and stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level