Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Junior Project Designer/Architect to be based in Denver, CO; Columbus, OH; Cleveland, OH; or Seattle, WA.

As a Junior Project Designer/Architect at AECOM you will combine your creativity and technical aptitude to design and create unique sustainably responsible functional solutions for clients. This role will allow you to bring your passion, skills and collaborative spirit to deliver projects that have a direct positive impact on the spaces that define the world we live in.

AECOM is a globally recognized architecture and engineering design firm. This global presence allows our diverse and create designer to have a positive impact on millions of lives located around the globe. Our practice is centered around people and the way that they interact and experience our designs and the built environment. By leveraging the design thought process, our multi-disciplinary teams develop solutions that solve client and global challenges, ultimately creating a thoughtful resilient and beautiful future that we look forward to you being a part of.

Our Buildings + Places practice includes architects, interiors, building and system engineering, urbanism and planning (inclusive of landscape design) strategy + (workplace consulting, economics, technology solutions, asset advisory and cost and program management. The diverse team assists our clients from strategy through project realization, and construction; creating positive outcomes for those who occupy and use the buildings and environments we help to create. Within our practice you can expect to work on a wide range of small to large projects in varied market sectors such as Science & Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Commercial, Aerospace, Higher Education, Industrial and Process, Transportation, Aviation and Federal market sectors.

Job Summary

As a Junior Project Designer/Architect you can expect to work with project managers and design teams to help develop all phases of design and construction drawings. Strong communication skills and aptitude for learning and growing as part of a multidisciplinary team is key to success. Active engagement and support of our collaborative and iterative design process is essential, along with the desire to seek innovative design solutions while providing unique perspectives on the built environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field plus two (2) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (BArch) or Bachelor of Science in Architecture + Master’s degree in Architecture with 3+ years of relevant experience in design, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit
• Experience with Bluebeam, Navisworks and Dynamo
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop. Enscape, Lumion InDesign, Rhino or other visualization tools or rendering software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to meet quality, schedule and budget expectations
• Desire to be mentored by leadership
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and technical, yet experienced enough to see the big picture
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Ability to apply passion and enthusiasm for design in a collaborative and progressive team-oriented work environment

Additional Information

• Hybrid work environment – Fully remote position not available.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.