Project Architect

Actalent; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Project Architect to join the Grand Rapids office. The role emphasizes technical execution, coordinating with consultants, and delivering construction documents from DD through CA.

You will mentor junior staff, manage schedules and deliverables, and collaborate with clients and internal teams. A licensed architect is preferred, with 8+ years of experience and onsite work at a newly built Cascade office in Michigan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture.
• Licensed Architect preferred, or the ability to obtain licensure.
• 8+ years of architectural experience.
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Vectorworks.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of projects from Design Development through Construction Administration.
• Produce and oversee construction documents using Revit/Vectorworks.
• Coordinate drawings with structural, MEP, and civil consultants.
• Review project documents for quality control and code compliance.
• Develop detailed building assemblies, specifications, and technical solutions.
• Mentor junior architectural staff and support team development.

Skills

Construction documents

Building systems knowledge

Code compliance

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Vectorworks

Job description

Job Title: Project ArchitectJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Architect to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an architect who enjoys the technical aspects of project delivery and has a strong understanding of building systems, construction detailing, code compliance, and construction documentation. The Project Architect will play a critical role in coordinating project teams, developing technical solutions, and ensuring projects move efficiently from schematic design through construction administration. While design collaboration is part of the position, the primary focus is on technical execution and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of projects from Design Development through Construction Administration.
• Produce and oversee high-quality construction documents using Revit/Vectorworks.
• Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil consultants.
• Review project documents for quality control, constructability, and code compliance.
• Conduct building code research and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
• Develop detailed building assemblies, specifications, and technical solutions.
• Participate in project meetings with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Respond to RFIs, submittals, ASIs, and other construction-phase documentation.
• Mentor junior architectural staff and support team development.
• Assist Project Managers in maintaining project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Vectorworks.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents.
• Understanding of building systems, materials, and construction methods.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture.
• Licensed Architect preferred, or the ability to obtain licensure.
• 8+ years of architectural experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mentoring junior staff.
• Experience in coordinating with various consultants.
• Ability to respond effectively to RFIs and other construction-phase documentation.

Work Environment

The position is based in a newly built office in Cascade, designed with a sporty restaurant vibe that is dark and moody. The work schedule is in-office five days a week, offering flexibility for appointments or other events but no specific work-from-home days. The team is small with a family feel, and the owners ensure all employees feel equal. The role also provides opportunities for leadership development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 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.

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