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Architectural Design Consultant
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What they do
A Civil or Architectural Designer or Drafter prepares detailed drawings for building plans and architectural designs. Creates drawings according to specifications provided by an architect, and uses computer-aided design and drafting technology.
$65,969 / year median in Pennsylvania
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Architectural Design Consultant Civil and Environmental Consultants life insurance, vision insurance, tuition assistance, 401(k), profit sharing United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh Sep 08, 2026 Architectural Design Consultant
Job Locations US-PA-Pittsburgh (Moon Township) Category Civil Type Full-Time Overview Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), a growing multi-disciplined consulting firm, is expanding its building-related services to better serve the firm's multi-sector markets. CEC has an immediate opening in our Pittsburgh, PA office, for an Architectural Design Consultant experienced in preparing construction documents using Building Information Modeling (BIM) and overseeing projects throughout all phases. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the growth of a national, multi-disciplined consulting firm that is providing client focused services in the manufacturing, real estate, natural gas, solid waste, mining, power and public sector markets. As a 100% employee-owned firm, CEC offers a unique opportunity to build long-term wealth while developing your engineering skills and advancing your career. If you're looking for project variety, strong mentorship, and a collaborative environment where you can continue growing professionally, CEC provides the resources and support to help you succeed.
What We Offer:
- Sign-on bonus for eligible candidates
- 100% employee-owned firm with access to ownership opportunities beginning within your first year
- Competitive compensation with multiple income streams, including performance bonuses and employee ownership
- 55% of company profits distributed back to employees through bonuses
- Flexible and hybrid work schedule options
- Diverse portfolio of site development, land development, energy, industrial, institutional, and renewable energy projects
- Comprehensive benefits beginning on day one, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match beginning the first of the month following your start date
- Collaborative environment that supports mentorship, technical development, and career growth
Access to on-site amenities including a fitness center, cafe, recreation areas, and employee events Applicants will have an option to sit in either our Moon Township or Monroeville office locations. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering preferred
10+ years design experience on architectural projects
Thrive in a team collaboration and multidiscipline studio environment
Experience with site elements and building architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) as well as Revit and AutoCAD
Ability to evaluate and resolve problems by reviewing multiple sources of information and coordinating design criteria with other disciplines
Experience with construction materials, building codes, and regulatory standards
Background in ADA accessibility requirements
Experience developing material take-offs
Strong oral and written communication skills (prepare meeting minutes and proposal writing)
Some travel should be expected (estimated travel time is under 10%) Preferred Qualifications Architectural license or desire to become licensed
Experience using Navisworks and Bluebeam software
Experience in preparing construction documents and specifications
Experience in providing construction administration services
Experience performing property or facility condition assessments
Experience in design/bid/build and design/build project delivery systems
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and prepare accurate detailed existing drawings
Hazardous material analysis About Us We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering s-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way. We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community
- focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite
- focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA
- focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women
- focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience! We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you
- that is our goal.
CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success. CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance. CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS
If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited. Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.
Benefits
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)