Project Architect

Actalent; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Chicago is seeking a Project Architect to lead and contribute to a wide range of architectural projects from early concept through construction completion. You will prepare Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents while collaborating across retail, multi-family residential, industrial, commercial, and workplace environments.

The role offers an experienced architect the opportunity to manage programming, code/zoning, entitlement issues, and site plans, while

Qualifications

• Accredited architecture degree required.
• Licensed or on track to licensure is required.
• 6+ years of experience in project architecture.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience on retail or multi-family residential projects.
• Knowledge of ground-up construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare schematic design to construction documents.
• Assist with programming, code/zoning, entitlements, site plans.
• Manage bidding and permitting processes.
• Participate in construction administration.

Skills

6+ years of experience

Experience with multiple project types

Ground-up construction knowledge

Education

Accredited Degree in Architecture

Licensed or on track to licensure

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Description

An Architecture firm in Chicago is looking to add a Project Architect to their team!

Job Description

This role offers an experienced project architect the opportunity to lead and contribute to a wide range of architectural projects from early concept through construction completion. You will prepare Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents while working across multiple project types, including retail, multi-family residential, industrial, commercial, and workplace environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare schematic design, design development, and construction documents
• Assist with programming, code/zoning, entitlement issues, and site plans
• Manage bidding and permitting processes
• Participate in construction administration

Qualifications:

• Accredited Degree in Architecture
• Licensed or on track to licensure
• 6+ years of experience
• Proficiency in Revit (must have), AutoCAD, Abode Creative Suite
• Experience working on retail or multi-family residential projects
• Knowledge of ground-up construction projects

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 $33.65 - $48.08/hr.

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 Aug 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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.