Senior Design Coordinator

About Us

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance‑driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Annual bonus program
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

We are looking for a Senior Design Coordinator to join our PDS team on a project in Ashburn, VA. This is a full‑time, in‑person position.

• Coordinate design processes for complex Mission Critical commercial projects.
• Facilitate integration between design and construction teams.
• Review and interpret construction drawings and specifications, especially MEP disciplines.
• Conduct cross‑discipline design quality reviews.
• Assess design document status by phase and project needs.
• Identify and address design and engineering challenges.
• Collaborate with owners, designers, engineers, and subcontractors for issue resolution.
• Manage deadlines, maintain files, and provide reporting.
• Coach and mentor junior associates.

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 5–8+ years of experience in an architectural, engineering, or construction position.
• Experience managing complex Mission Critical commercial projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong ethical standards and ability to have difficult conversations professionally.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

• Experience in Data Center and Mission Critical facilities.
• Experience with contract documents and various project delivery methods.
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior team members.
• Ability to innovate and adapt to new technology.
• Open to additional responsibilities as the role and department evolve.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.