Civic Projects Architect — BIM & Design Lead

Arcadis U.S.Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis U.S.Inc. seeks an experienced Architect to join our Government and Civic team, leading architectural design and technical development on mission-critical projects.

You will oversee production through Construction Documentation, ensuring code compliance, quality, and integration with multidisciplinary teams. The role requires a professional architecture degree, a valid license, and 5–8+ years of relevant experience, including government projects.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture.
• Active architectural license is required.
• 5-8+ years of experience with a proven track record in design and project delivery.
• Government and Civic Project Experience is required.
• Design Build Experience is a plus.
• Understanding of building codes, standards, and technical detailing for existing renovations and new construction.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to develop three-dimensional concept design studies.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality architectural solutions in a collaborative team environment.
• Must be a US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Work on production and coordination of technical drawings from concept design through construction documentation.
• Develop and integrate design solutions that comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring design intent, quality standards, and client objectives are consistently met.
• Monitor project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with scope, performance goals, and client expectations.
• Work closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal multidisciplinary teams to facilitate smooth project delivery.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and coordination sessions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

BIM coordination

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

PowerPoint

SketchUp

Job description

Arcadis U.S.Inc. seeks an experienced Architect to join our Government and Civic team, leading architectural design and technical development on mission-critical projects.

You will oversee production through Construction Documentation, ensuring code compliance, quality, and integration with multidisciplinary teams. The role requires a professional architecture degree, a valid license, and 5–8+ years of relevant experience, including government projects.