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Mid-Level Architect/Designer

Pierce Goodwin Alexander & Linville, Inc.
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/20/2026

PGAL is an international design firm specializing in architecture, interior architecture, engineering and planning for a diverse group of public and private sector clients. Our culture is energetic, collaborative, and open and offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of project types. PGAL an ideal place to build a career and develop skills in design, project delivery, entrepreneurship, leadership, and life.

We are seeking a talented Mid-Level Designer with construction administration experience who is interested in contributing to and thriving in a positive mentoring studio environment.

Responsibilities:
- Responsibilities include all phases of design documentation through construction administration, project management, and client contact
- Effectively demonstrate technical detailing and problem-solving skills on various project types
- Support construction administration activities for the design team
- Process, distribute, log, and follow-up on construction project submittals and RFIs
- Communicate with the PGAL project team and consultants on project issues in a timely and well-organized manner
- Assess design intent, along with client expectations, for the design team and the owner
- Monitor project for construction documentation and reoccurring client standards’ compliance
- Occasional site visits to document and photograph project progress and general conformance with the construction documents
- Prepare field observation reports based on site visits, inclusive of discussions with contractor, to be distributed to the design team
- Perform design documentation to support design projects utilizing AutoCAD and Revit

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field from an accredited university
- 3-5 years combined experience with architecture and/or construction firm
- Must have demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Possess understanding of building technology fundamentals
- Must have the ability to effectively and confidently prioritize and execute tasks with many competing priorities
- Excellent communication skills, both orally and written
- Strong attention to detail, with exceptional organizational and follow-through skills
- Must be self-motivated and possess the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Experience with Bluebeam, Newforma, and online Google documents
- Experience with maintaining/updating web-based project documentation (Office365)
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

PGAL offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), and profit sharing. We also offer paid leave inclusive of holidays and paid time off.

At PGAL, we believe that our employees are our future, so as well as offering inhouse study materials and group studies, we offer a reimbursement program for individual study materials/courses, exam/license fees, and professional dues. In addition, we offer paid time off to take your exams.

If you are passionate about great design, team collaboration and creating change in communities across the country, we want to hear from you. To apply, please provide resume and work samples.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status

PGAL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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