Project Architect

Actalent; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Vision

Dental

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability (Short/Long-Term)

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent in Chicago, IL seeks a Project Architect to develop, evaluate, and present design and technical options for principals, clients, and agencies. Lead or support Revit-based documentation, BIM coordination, and be the SME for BIM standards.

The role involves coordinating with consultants, managing BEPs, and representing the firm in Owner meetings. Requires 8–10 years’ post-graduate experience, architecture license, and proficiency in Revit and BIM tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
• 8-10 years of post-graduate experience.
• Licensure and/or other certifications.
• Enscape, Newforma, and Procore experience (training available).
• Wood frame experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of State & Local building codes, local zoning regulations, and referenced standards.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff.
• Implement the firm’s BIM vision and standards to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency across project processes and deliverables.
• Develop and manage project-specific BEPs, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards.
• Manage Revit models and ACC setup and oversee drawing outputs across all phases.
• Conduct clash detection and coordinate resolution processes using BIM technology.
• Participate in BIM coordination and consultant coordination meetings with clients, consultants, and project teams to ensure alignment on model expectations, deliverables, and timelines.
• Collaborate with the firm’s global Design & Technology leadership to align digital strategies, standards, and protocols.
• Serve as the single point of contact for all BIM-related matters.
• Oversee plugin deployment, software updates, printing, and publishing of drawing sets.

Skills

Revit

Construction docs

Project leadership

Ground-up

Multifamily

Senior living

Construction admin

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Enscape

Newforma

Procore

Job description

Job Title: Project Architect

As a Project Architect, you will play a crucial role in developing, evaluating, and presenting design and technical options for consideration by principals, teammates, consultants, clients, and agency stakeholders. You will lead or support Revit-based documentation, consultant coordination, technical detailing, and interdisciplinary model coordination. Your work will focus on developing innovative, efficient, and resilient projects aligned with client goals while representing the company in Owner meetings.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of State & Local building codes, local zoning regulations, and referenced standards.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff.
• Implement the firm’s BIM vision and standards to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency across project processes and deliverables.
• Develop and manage project-specific BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards.
• Manage Revit models and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) setup and oversee drawing outputs across all phases.
• Conduct clash detection and coordinate resolution processes using BIM technology.
• Participate in BIM coordination and consultant coordination meetings with clients, consultants, and project teams to ensure alignment on model expectations, deliverables, and timelines.
• Collaborate with the firm’s global Design & Technology leadership to align digital strategies, standards, and protocols.
• Serve as the single point of contact for all BIM-related matters.
• Oversee plugin deployment, software updates, printing, and publishing of drawing sets.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit.
• Ability to independently produce construction documents.
• Experience leading projects from Schematic Design (SD) to Construction Documentation (CD) and Bidding.
• Ground-up experience in project execution.
• Experience with multifamily and/or senior living projects.
• Construction administration experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
• 8-10 years of post-graduate experience.
• Licensure and/or other certifications.
• Enscape, Newforma, and Procore experience (training available).
• Wood frame experience.

Work Environment

The position is located in The Loop/Downtown Chicago, with a Chicago office comprising 40 people, where 75% focus on architecture and 25% on interiors. The team size is typically 4-5 people with a Principal assigned to each project. This is a hybrid role, requiring 4 days in-office and 1 work-from-home day of your choice. Typical working hours are from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with some flexibility. The work environment is inclusive and collaborative, with a strong focus on sustainability and innovative design. Employees have access to public transportation, a Design Technology group resource & tools, and enjoy 10 holidays plus 1 floater holiday annually.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $50.48/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)

Workplace Type: This is a hybrid position in Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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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.