Design Coordinator

HGA • Washington, DC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Step into a role where you’ll experience the full arc of design and construction. As a Design Coordinator, you’ll help shape project development, support documentation and coordination efforts, and contribute through research, drawings, and day‑to‑day project tasks. You’ll work with guidance from senior team members while taking initiative to learn, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact on project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or related field from an accredited institution.
• 1-4 years of professional experience.
• Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Interest in BIM workflows and project management tools (e.g., VantagePoint).

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, develop architectural drawings including plans, sections, elevations, and details.
• Assist in producing construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Support design presentations with renderings, diagrams, and visual materials.
• Research materials, systems, and construction methods to inform design decisions.
• Participate in planning and occupancy studies and contribute to layout development.
• Maintain organized project files and assist with document control.
• Track schedules, budgets, and deliverables for assigned tasks.
• Support code analysis, building systems coordination, and specification development.
• Review drawings and submittments for compliance and document findings.
• Assist with site inspections and field verification.
• Participate in design team discussions and contribute to collaborative problem-solving.
• Communicate proactively with project leads to share progress and flag challenges.
• Interact professionally with internal teams and external consultants.
• Maintain clear records of work and decisions for future reference.
• Log AXP experience hours regularly and pursue ARE exams.
• Seek feedback and mentorship from senior staff.
• Take initiative in learning new tools, workflows, and best practices.
• Demonstrate curiosity, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• annual bonus
• success sharing bonus program
• 401(k) guaranteed contribution
• paid parental leave
• medical, dental and life insurance plans
• PTO
• short- and long-term disability programs

What This Job Offers

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