Architect

Actalent; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, & vision

401(k) plan

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Actalent in Patchogue, NY is seeking a Project Architect to lead multiple architectural projects from initial design through permitting, construction documentation and construction administration. This in-office role requires coordinating with Design, Technical, Healthcare, and Operations leadership to deliver high-quality work across commercial, multifamily, healthcare, and mixed-use projects.

You will develop detailed construction documents in Revit and AutoCAD, manage projects from concept to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture is required.
• 3+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Experience from schematic design through construction documents.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with renovation and ground-up (new construction) projects.
• Ability to manage projects from concept through completion, including permitting and construction administration.
• Experience on commercial, multifamily, healthcare, industrial, institutional, or mixed-use projects.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead project design from schematic through construction documents.
• Own multiple projects from concept to completion.
• Develop and coordinate construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Oversee permitting and construction administration.
• Support ground-up and renovation projects.
• Coordinate with Design, Technical, Healthcare, and Operations leadership.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure integrated delivery.
• Participate in client meetings and progress updates.
• Review drawings for accuracy and code compliance.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

Schematic design

Construction administration

Team coordination

Client meetings

Communication skills

Self-starter

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of multiple architectural projects from initial design through permitting, construction documentation, and construction administration. The Project Architect serves as the primary day-to-day architectural lead, coordinating with internal leaders and clients while delivering high-quality work across a diverse portfolio that includes commercial, multifamily, healthcare, industrial, institutional, mixed-use, and corporate interior projects.

Job Title: Project Architect

Project Architect

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of multiple architectural projects from initial design through permitting, construction documentation, and construction administration. The Project Architect serves as the primary day-to-day architectural lead, coordinating with internal leaders and clients while delivering high-quality work across a diverse portfolio that includes commercial, multifamily, healthcare, industrial, institutional, mixed-use, and corporate interior projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead project design efforts from schematic design through design development and construction documents.
• Take ownership of multiple projects simultaneously and manage them from concept through completion.
• Develop, produce, and coordinate detailed construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Oversee project execution through permitting and construction administration, ensuring design intent is maintained.
• Support both ground-up (new construction) and renovation projects across a variety of sectors.
• Collaborate closely with Design, Technical, Healthcare, and Operations leadership to align project goals and deliverables.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary internal teams to ensure integrated and cohesive project delivery.
• Participate in client-facing discussions, including design presentations, coordination meetings, and progress updates.
• Contribute to project delivery for healthcare, commercial, industrial, multifamily, institutional, and corporate interior projects.
• Balance and prioritize work across multiple active projects, adapting quickly to different project types and phases.
• Review and refine drawings and documentation to ensure accuracy, code compliance, and constructability.
• Communicate clearly with team members, consultants, and stakeholders to resolve design and technical issues.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Architecture.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional architectural experience.
• Experience working from schematic design through construction documents.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with renovation and ground-up (new construction) projects.
• Ability to manage projects from concept through completion, including permitting and construction administration.
• Experience working on commercial, multifamily, healthcare, industrial, institutional, or mixed-use projects.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to comfortably move between different project types and priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with design development and construction document production across multiple building types.
• Background in healthcare, multifamily, corporate interiors, industrial, commercial, or institutional projects.
• Experience in construction administration, including coordination with contractors and review of submittals and RFIs.
• Licensed Architect credential or progress toward licensure.
• Ability to participate in client-facing meetings and represent the architectural team professionally.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in drawing production and documentation.

Work Environment

This is an in-office role based in a design studio environment located on a vibrant main street with convenient access to local amenities and dining options. The office operates on a standard schedule of 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with stable hours that support work-life balance. The firm is mid-sized, with approximately 20 team members, many of whom are long-tenured, fostering a close-knit and collaborative culture. Team members work on a wide variety of project types, including healthcare, commercial, industrial, multifamily, institutional, and corporate interiors, providing exposure to diverse building typologies and design challenges. The practice is backed by a national organization and offers a comprehensive benefits package once converted, including strong medical coverage, a matching 401(k), and twice-yearly bonus opportunities. The environment emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and long-term career development, with opportunities to work on high-profile healthcare projects for major regional institutions.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $48.00/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 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&DD 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Patchogue,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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