Job Title: Project Architect

Job Description

The Project Architect is responsible for the development of construction documents and the technical execution of the design. They ensure that the project design is accurately interpreted, detailed, and delivered, typically working under the direction of a Design Project Manager or Principal.

Responsibilities

• Translate design concepts into buildable construction documents.
• Develop site plans, floor plans, elevations, details, and specifications.
• Participate in early design phases such as schematic design and design development.
• Ensure drawings are code-compliant, coordinated, and meet all technical requirements.
• Resolve technical issues and interface with consultants (MEP, structural, civil) to ensure coordination.
• Respond to RFIs, review submittals, and assist with shop drawing reviews during the construction administration phase.
• Attend OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings as needed.
• Conduct in-house quality reviews of drawings and documents.
• Ensure documentation aligns with firm and client standards.
• Guide junior architects and drafters.
• Collaborate closely with other architects, engineers, and design team members.

Essential Skills

• Architecture license (in any U.S. state), with the need to acquire a California license if relocating.
• 5–10+ years of architectural experience, preferably in commercial, federal/military, or institutional projects.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD (preferred), and construction documentation.
• Three or more years' experience in preparing Architect-Engineer (A/E) Indefinite Delivery.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHPD / HCAI experience.
• Department of Defense (DoD) project experience.
• Familiarity with federal design standards (UFC, NAVFAC, etc.) is a strong asset.
• Three or more years' experience with project Programming and developing Concept/Schematic designs is preferred.
• Specific software literacy (Sketchup) highly desired.
• Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and MS Visio preferred, but not required.
• Adobe Suite, Navisworks.
• Bachelor of Science in Architecture required.
• Architecture license (preferred or in-progress).

Work Environment

The role requires on-site work from Monday to Wednesday, with optional remote work on Thursday and Friday. This is an exempt-level role with flexibility based on project needs. The position covers projects nationwide and in territories like California, East Coast (Carolinas, Florida, Georgia), Guantanamo Bay (Cuba), and Puerto Rico. Travel is not required, though occasional site visits are optional and based on employee interest. Typically, the Project Architect oversees 2–3 architects per project as collaborators.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Carlsbad,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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