Designer III Bellevue, WA

American Capital Group, headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, specializes in multifamily community development and offers a range of integrated real‑estate services. The Designer III role is focused on advancing our future projects with cutting‑edge design, quality assurance, and client engagement.

Flexible schedule: M‑F, 6‑9 am start, 3‑6 pm finish. Office hours are 7 am‑4 pm. A full 8‑hour day is required, with occasional overtime to meet project needs. The position is on‑site at our corporate office in Bellevue, WA.

• Salary range: $90,000 – $115,000 per year, based on experience and location.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits (employer pays 85% of premium).
• 401(k) contribution with company match.
• Paid sick leave accrue at 1.33 h per 30 h worked (≈11 days/year).
• Paid vacation: start at 3 weeks, increasing with tenure.
• 13 paid holidays, including 2 personal holidays of choice.
• Comprehensive training and development programs.
• Positive work environment with team‑building activities and events.

• Discuss building and zoning code issues with project team, addressing ambiguous “grey” areas.
• Provide creative design contributions; present new ideas during meetings and lunch‑and‑learn sessions.
• Develop and deliver presentations to architects, project managers, consultants, and Design Directors.
• Produce high‑quality construction documents using Revit/BIM; explore advanced system capabilities.
• Control access to original drawings and architectural files for authorized personnel.
• Prepare construction drawings based on approved site plans, floor plans, and codes.
• Coordinate preliminary site plans with senior architects, considering topography, survey, easements, and local standards.
• Review grading and drainage plans for compliance with ACG design requirements.
• Attend and contribute to weekly RFI and coordination meetings.
• Support most projects by understanding ACG standards and procedures.
• Prepare reports documenting compliance with contract documents and coordinate with architect of record.
• Provide weekly status reports to supervisor; respond to AHC/BI issues, RFIs, submittals, and change orders promptly.
• Coordinate with outside consultants—local architects, building departments, fire, engineers, surveyors—on project needs.
• Serve as ACG design contact with outside consultants.
• Monitor work by outside consultants, ensuring timely completion.
• Assist with ADA compliance, quality control plan reviews, and accuracy checks of consultants’ drawings before distribution.
• Follow all ACG design policies and procedures.
• Promote teamwork with coworkers and external consultants to meet schedules.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.
• Maintain punctuality and adjust schedules to meet deadlines; review and coordinate priorities weekly.

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field (minimum).
• At least 7 years of professional experience; 4+ years of multifamily design preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of Revit experience; education experience counts.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Knowledge of building codes and requirements.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Positive, collaborative attitude.
• Strong English reading, speaking, and writing proficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

American Capital Group is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic are encouraged to apply.