Architect

Actalent; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Architect to lead and support architectural projects from initial programming through construction administration. The role emphasizes hands-on technical leadership, renovation and existing-building work, and close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

You will mentor staff, coordinate with clients, and ensure quality and constructability across documentation and field delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 8+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Experience leading projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Strong understanding of building systems, construction methods, and detailing.
• Experience with renovation, modernization, adaptive reuse, or existing-building projects.
• Knowledge of building codes, accessibility, and life safety standards.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural work through all phases of design and construction, including field investigation and CD production.
• Oversee renovation, modernization, and facility improvement projects.
• Develop construction document packages and technical detailing.
• Review specifications and ensure design intent is reflected in documentation.
• Conduct site visits and evaluate existing conditions.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior staff and manage workloads.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client coordination

Team mentorship

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Architect

We are seeking an experienced Architect to lead and support architectural projects from initial programming through construction administration. This position plays a critical role in project execution, technical oversight, team mentorship, and client coordination. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical architect with experience in renovation, modernization, and improvement projects involving existing buildings. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and challenging projects where success depends on understanding existing conditions, coordinating closely with multidisciplinary teams, navigating real-world constraints, and delivering practical design solutions that perform in the field.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural work through all phases of design and construction, including field investigation, programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Independently execute and oversee architectural scope on renovation, modernization, and facility improvement projects.
• Develop comprehensive construction document packages and technical detailing.
• Review project specifications and ensure design intent is accurately reflected in the documentation.
• Conduct site visits, field surveys, and evaluations of existing building conditions.
• Perform building code, accessibility, and life safety analyses and integrate requirements into project documents.
• Identify constructability issues, coordination challenges, and existing building constraints early in project development.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, consultants, contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and technical accuracy across project deliverables.
• Support design and technical problem-solving throughout all stages of a project.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, technical guidance, and quality review for architectural staff.
• Coordinate production efforts, staffing priorities, and project workloads.
• Mentor junior team members through coaching, feedback, and professional development.
• Promote collaboration and continuous improvement across project teams.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and material samples.
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Perform site observations and construction progress activities, including punch list and project closeout.
• Maintain strong client relationships through responsiveness, communication, and reliable project execution.
• Participate in client meetings and project coordination efforts.
• Contribute to successful project delivery by proactively addressing challenges and opportunities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• 8+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Experience leading projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Strong understanding of building systems, construction methods, and technical detailing.
• Experience with renovation, modernization, adaptive reuse, or existing-building projects.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, accessibility requirements, and life safety standards.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Commercial renovation experience with an interiors focus.
• US citizenship.
• Experience in project management and design development.
• Proficiency in construction drawings and schematic design.

Work Environment

Lead meaningful architectural work in a small, visible, and growing team environment. Strengthen your technical and leadership skills through renovation and existing building work. Work closely with in-house engineering disciplines on integrated project solutions. Gain exposure to a wide variety of facility and client types. Contribute in a role where project execution, quality, and team development all matter.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mc Lean, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Mc Lean,VA.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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