Project Architect

Project Architect | New York City, NY

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a talented and motivated Project Architect to join a collaborative and design-focused architectural team in New York City. This role is ideal for a licensed architect with strong design sensibilities, technical expertise, and experience leading projects through all phases of development. The successful candidate will work across a variety of project types, partnering closely with clients, consultants, and internal project teams to deliver high-quality architectural solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage architectural projects through multiple phases, from schematic design through construction administration
• Develop, produce, and coordinate construction documents in Revit
• Participate in design development and project planning activities
• Coordinate engineering consultants and multidisciplinary project teams
• Attend and lead consultant meetings
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients throughout project execution
• Support project scheduling, resource planning, and deliverable management
• Review existing conditions and define renovation scopes
• Coordinate technical detailing and project documentation
• Work simultaneously across multiple project typologies
• Collaborate closely with partners, principals, associates, and project teams
• Contribute to both the design vision and technical execution of projects

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor"s or Master"s Degree in Architecture from an accredited university
• 6-9 years of professional architectural experience (NYC project experience preferred)
• Strong design and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Revit, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, and other design-related software
• Experience across all phases of project development, from schematic design through construction
• Ability to manage and contribute to a variety of project types
• Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with team members, consultants, and clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Architect
• Experience with sustainable design and building performance initiatives
• CPHC, LEED, WELL, or similar accreditation is a plus

Technical Skills

• Revit
• Schematic Design
• Design Development
• Construction Documents
• Construction Administration
• AutoCAD
• Ground-Up Construction
• Renovation Projects
• New Construction

What We"re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a design-driven architect who can confidently balance project management, client interaction, and technical execution. You will bring strong Revit proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to successfully manage multiple projects while contributing to a positive and collaborative team culture.

Experience Level: Intermediate (6-9 Years)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Health insurance Company-match 401k Benefits for professional development

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.