Architectural Designer

Architectural Designer: Join Our Design-Build Team in Historic Old Town Alexandria

Are you a detail-oriented Architectural Designer who's ready to see your visions come to life?

Moore Construction Group, a premier design-build firm in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, VA, is seeking an outstanding team player to join our existing architectural design team. We specialize in large-scale residential renovations, transforming homes from elegant kitchen and bath remodels to expansive whole-house additions and complete rebuilds. If you have a passion for high-quality residential work, we want to hear from you.

This isn't just a drafting job. This position offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to be involved in residential renovation projects from initial concept through final construction. You'll collaborate directly with our construction and project management teams, ensuring your designs are executed with the highest level of craftsmanship.

We're looking for a highly motivated designer who is:

· A Self-Starter: Able to work independently, manage timelines, and take full ownership of your work.

· A Detail Enthusiast: Dedicated to precision in all technical drawings and specifications.

· A Passionate Professional: Interested in more than just the "pen-and-paper" aspects—someone who is eager to develop their skills and has a passion for the full realization of the built environment.

If you take pride in your craft and are eager to contribute your skills to a collaborative team transforming homes in one of the country's most historic and beautiful areas, this is your chance.

Great things about working at Moore Construction Group:

• Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Friendly, supportive, and intelligent colleagues
• Excellent office location in the heart of Old Town Alexandria
• We are a zero-debt, stable company with a consistent project load
• Informal hierarchy
• Opportunity based on ability, not tenure
• Have a good idea? We're open to new and innovative ways to improve.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits & Retirement Plan
• There are always exciting things going on, so you'll never get bored!

Benefits of this position

· Flexibility to design beautiful spaces

· Watch your designs be built and enjoyed by end users

· Professional, experienced teammates helping work toward a common goal

· Great learning environment

· In-depth exposure to Design/Build construction

We are looking for a smart, passionate, hardworking Architectural Designer who wants to take the lead in designing residential remodels and additions. Take ownership of the entire process from schematic design through permitting and construction administration. This person will support the company's design function while being immersed in an environment with other like-minded people.

Architectural Designer

Reports to: CEO

Job Standards

1. Primary Objectives

· Create high-quality, insightful architectural designs for residential renovations in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC.

· ability to provide design ideas and the necessary knowledge to implement large-scale renovations

· Draw and help design residential renovation projects consisting of as-builts, demo plans, and complete renovation drawings

· Create permit documentation and assist with the procurement of permits

· Work with clients to select finishes for their proposed renovation spaces

· Work with the team to write project scope and present contracts to clients

· Learn and absorb new information contributing to company growth and success

2. Regular Work Activities

· Existing condition field measurements and sketches

· Create drawings in Revit LT

· Material take-offs

· Create finish selection schedules and assist clients in making decisions

· Prepare the scope of work documentation for renovation projects

· Consult with clients on their project design and vision

· Communicate with field personnel regarding project design and material selections

· Incorporate construction notes into drawings to establish contract documents

· Obtain permits from various jurisdictions to start construction

· Collaborate with field staff throughout construction to resolve any issues or answer questions

· Miscellaneous administrative tasks, including answering telephones, receiving packages, and performing inventory

3. Management Responsibilities

· Assist Project Management Team in the oversight of residential remodeling projects from project implementation through completion of renovations

4. Key Skills

· Knowledge of residential construction codes and building practices

· Revit design software or similar (must be able to learn basic Revit functionality)

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

· Excellent communication skills and computer literacy

· Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented

· Knowledge and understanding of construction technical aspects

5. Compensation

· Salary $60k-$70k commensurate with experience

· Retirement Plan with matching

· Flexible schedule

· Health insurance

· Vision insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Paid time off

· Parental leave

· Professional development assistance

· Mileage reimbursement

Job Requirements

Experience, Training, and Education

· Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or related field

· Revit or similar: 1 year (Preferred)

· 1-2 years of experience in a similar role

· Construction job site experience preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person