Architect

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental & vision

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Actalent is hiring an Architect in New York City to lead multi-family, mixed-use, and commercial projects from concept to completion. The role requires strong Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D modeling skills, with DOB and zoning knowledge.

You will mentor teams, coordinate with internal and external consultants, and manage design development through construction documents. The position is contract-to-hire with a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 remote) in Brooklyn/NYC area.

Qualifications

• Experience with multi-family, mixed-use, and commercial projects.
• Knowledge of NYC DOB processes, building codes, and zoning regulations.
• Ability to review and resolve DOB objections while preserving design intent.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities for project teams.
• Experience in a hybrid office environment and collaborating with internal/external teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-family, mixed-use, commercial, and religious projects from concept to construction.
• Manage all architectural phases: schematic design to construction administration.
• Coordinate project teams and assist captains/managers for seamless delivery.
• Ensure designs comply with NYC DOB and zoning requirements.
• Review DOB objections and maintain design intent and compliance.
• Apply coding knowledge to guide feasibility, massing, and planning.
• Lead design development and produce buildable solutions.
• Prepare, review, and refine construction documents and specs.
• Use Revit and plug-ins to develop models and drawings.
• Collaborate with structural, MEP, and other disciplines.
• Participate in client meetings and incorporate feedback.
• Support RFIs, submittals, and site visits during construction.
• Contribute to interiors design when applicable.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Skills

Revit proficiency

Enscape plug-ins

AutoCAD proficiency

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

3D modeling

Project management

Team collaboration

Design development

Tools

Revit

Enscape

AutoCAD

Job description

Now Hiring for an Architect in NYC!

This Architect role is ideal for a seasoned professional with 1215+ years of experience who is ready to lead complex projects and grow into a principal or associate position. You will oversee multi-family mid-rise and high-rise developments, mixed-use and commercial projects, and occasional religious facilities from concept through completion. The role combines design leadership, technical expertise, and project management in a highly collaborative, design-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-family, mixed-use, commercial, and occasional religious projects from initial concept through construction completion.
• Manage all phases of the architectural process, including schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Coordinate and oversee project teams, assisting project captains and project managers to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Ensure designs comply with NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) requirements, building codes, zoning regulations, and client preferences.
• Review and respond to DOB objections, resolving issues while maintaining overall design intent and project goals.
• Apply strong coding and zoning knowledge to guide project feasibility, massing, and planning decisions.
• Lead and contribute to design development, producing high-quality, creative, and buildable design solutions.
• Prepare, review, and refine construction documents, drawings, and specifications with a high level of accuracy.
• Use Revit and related plug-ins to develop, coordinate, and document project models and drawings.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external consultants to coordinate structural, MEP, and other disciplines.
• Participate in client meetings, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback into project deliverables.
• Support construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and visiting sites as needed.
• Contribute to interior design aspects of projects when applicable, integrating architecture and interiors cohesively.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining design and technical quality.

Essential Skills

• 1215+ years of professional architectural experience, including substantial work in NYC.
• Proven experience with multi-family, mixed-use, and commercial projects, including mid-rise and high-rise buildings.
• Strong project management and project coordination skills, with the ability to lead projects from start to finish.
• Deep knowledge of NYC DOB processes, building codes, and zoning regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to review and resolve DOB objections while preserving design intent and compliance.
• High proficiency in Revit, including use of plug-ins such as Enscape.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for drafting and documentation.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop for presentations and visual communication.
• Experience with 3D computer modeling software for design visualization.
• Strong construction document production skills and familiarity with construction administration processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a project manager, capable of mentoring and assisting project captains and project managers.
• residential architecture and multifamily housing design.
• Experience in interior design is a plus.
• Demonstrated interest in growing into a principal or associate-level leadership role.
• Ability to contribute to a collaborative, design-driven studio culture.

Work Environment

You will work in a beautiful, open-plan office located in a downtown Brooklyn high-rise with 360-degree views of the city. The role follows a hybrid schedule with three days in the office and the flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays. The studio offers a highly collaborative environment with strong staff retention, fun company retreats, and a culture that values teamwork and design excellence. The position does not require travel. The organization provides highly competitive benefits, including generous paid time off that covers federal and Jewish holidays as well as an extended PTO allowance, along with a 401(k) plan featuring an employer match

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of brooklyn, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $55.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of brooklyn, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in brooklyn,NY.

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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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