Hiring: Design Associate (Federal) Company: Michael Baker International Location: Alexandria, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 16:34:32 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Program Management, Project Management About the job Experience: •85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Required Skills: •The Design Associate will support the project planner or project manager on multi-disciplinary planning projects, concept plans, site plans, and design-build projects and will be responsible for the preparation of master planning documents for Federal, State, and Local Government Clients. •Can you walk me through a typical day of a Federal Design Associate? •Supporting federal master plans and revitalization projects of varying sizes and complexities in diverse Federal and Military communities by utilizing hand-drawing techniques, SketchUp, and other computer-based modeling •Drawing proposed site plans in AutoCAD and rendering plans using Adobe CreativeCloud software •Analyzing land conditions, such as drainage and topography to make recommendations on site planning •Facilitating small group exercises at on-site workshops to engage stakeholders on long-term development priorities and potential courses of action •Collecting and compiling a variety of quantitative and qualitative data to prepare reports, maps, and related graphics •Conducting field evaluations and assessments Qualifications: •Four-year degree in Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or related discipline •AICP Candidate or other related professional certification or licensure preferred •Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, AutoCAD, SketchUp, or ArcGIS is required •Knowledge of one or more planning disciplines, such as master planning, urban planning, community planning, economic development, or land use •Strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently as well as in multi-disciplinary teams •Demonstrated capacity to conduct research and prepare statistical planning reports on land use, physical, social & economic possibilities, and constraints •Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects •Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) •Demonstrated capacity to accommodate moderate travel (domestic and international); around 25% •This role requires U.S. Citizenship Compensation: •$69,000 - $91,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!