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Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a creative, talented Interior Designer III to work on a variety of projects that will utilize your experience in corporate, commercial, higher education and mixed-use. This role will be based in our Washington, DC office.
AECOM is a premier global architecture, design, and engineering firm operating in over 150 countries, providing fully integrated design, consulting, construction, and management services to a wide range of clients and markets. Fortune Magazine ranked AECOM number one in the industry for the third straight year and has named AECOM one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" for the seventh consecutive year, and the Washington Business Journal ranked AECOM DC as #6 in 2026 Largest Interior Design Firms in Washington DC. Additionally, AECOM is once again named #4 in Interior Design Magazine's 2026 Top 100 Giants listing. AECOM is proud to provide our employees with exciting and challenging projects, and our global platform positions AECOM to deliver consistent services in any location where our clients may have needs.
AECOM's Buildings + Places business line is dedicated to design excellence and integrated project delivery solutions with expertise including architecture, interiors, engineering, development, workplace strategy, economic planning, master planning, project management, and construction services. We interface and collaborate with our Transportation, Water, Environment and Advisory business lines daily. Our B+P Washington DC studio is a dynamic, energetic environment that provides industry-leading design projects in aviation, government, higher education and corporate commercial markets.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for initiating and developing design and construction document drawings through completion for assigned projects in conformance with the requirements, applicable codes, and design criteria established by the project's discipline leaders.
• Under some supervision, may complete design assignments of moderate complexity.
• Exercises sound judgment in assessing problem situations or complex design issues, and uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Involved in client-facing interactions including presentations, meetings, answering questions, following up on issues .
• Reviews vendor documents for accuracy and resolves discrepancies.
• Knowledge of construction administration, preparing site observations, review submittals and respond to RFIs.
• Understand and prepares FF&E packages.
• Limited familiarity with codes, permits, and software applications related to the discipline.
• Applies education, growing industry knowledge, technical capabilities and experience to perform assignments.
• Experiments with new approaches and shares key learnings with team members
• Accountable for specific portions of a project or process with general oversight
• Learns to be responsive to latest information and adapts to modified approaches when circumstances change
• Prepares designs and drawings using project specifications and discipline-associated written and verbal instructions in accordance with established design practices, standards, and procedures.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to Jr. Designers and may support the development of less experienced colleagues/designers.
• Advises the Interior Design Director/Leader about status of assignment(s) with respect to schedule, budgets, delays, and adverse problems.
• Assists with the planning and scheduling of design tasks associated with assigned project.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design (CIDA accredited institution) or Architecture degree with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in the field of Interior Design or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
• Proficiency with Revit, Enscape, Sketch-up, and/or other 3D modeling and rendering software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite programs (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop).
• Licenses, and/or certifications preferred: National Council of Architectural Review Boards (NCARB), and/or National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ)
• Portfolio submission required to demonstrate skill set.
• Eight (8) years + of experience preferred.
• Clearance is preferred. This role may require a clearance in the future, due to the nature of the role.
• Working knowledge of the application of color, materials, and aesthetic form.
• Familiarity with space planning methodology.
• Working knowledge of contract interiors FF&E market including manufacturers and dealers, and basic experience documenting FF&E specifications
• Working knowledge of CDs and procedures, including MEP coordination and interior detailing.
• Accountable to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills fostering a positive work environment.
• Is collaborative and problem-solving, has a positive outlook, and is adaptable to new procedures, priorities, standards, technologies.
• Comfortable utilizing and learning new skills with digital project tools, including AI.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes office work in the Washington DC office. The selected candidate must be available to work in Washington, DC on a scheduled basis.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
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 2025. 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.