Senior Architect: CAD/Revit Lead for Diverse Projects

ACTalent; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Architect to lead the development of detailed technical drawings across all project phases, applying deep architectural knowledge to resolve design and construction issues. You will enforce CAD/Revit standards, support schedules, and collaborate with internal and external teams to deliver high-quality documents.

The role emphasizes independence and teamwork on diverse project types, with two to three projects per week and strong client relationship management in a

Qualifications

• Architectural degree from an accredited university.
• 510 years of experience in architectural project management, including independently running projects and directly managing client relationships.
• 715 years of experience in the production and coordination of documents across all phases of architectural practice, with construction experience required for more architects.
• Strong experience with commercial, healthcare, industrial, institutional, and multifamily project types, with the ability to work as a generalist across diverse project categories.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, with the ability to apply advanced CAD standards and practices; AutoCAD experience is required.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of Revit software, with the ability to support and enforce Revit standards; Revit experience is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in developing and applying documentation standards for design and construction drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to coordinate projects with team members and consultants to resolve conflicts and discrepancies.
• Knowledge of best practices for producing professional-quality drawings and construction documents.
• Understanding of technical terminology used in the architectural and construction industries.
• Ability to prepare complex architectural plans, elevations, and detailed drawings.
• Thorough understanding of requirements and deliverables for all project phases, including schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Demonstrated ability to perform independent building code analysis and ensure compliance in all project documentation.
• Capability to review submittals and shop drawings during construction and assess conformance with design intent.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed technical drawings and documentation throughout all phases of architectural projects, from schematic design through construction documents.
• Provide experiential and technical knowledge to identify, analyze, and solve design and construction issues as they arise.
• Communicate project priorities, requirements, and updates clearly and professionally to both internal team members and external consultants and agencies.
• Develop, apply, and enforce CAD and Revit standards to ensure consistency and quality across all project documents.
• Assist in preparing project schedules and support the implementation of comprehensive project work plans.
• Coordinate projects with team members and external consultants to identify and resolve conflicts and discrepancies in drawings and specifications.
• Support design efforts and help ensure that the design intent is maintained and accurately translated through all project phases.
• Organize and generate complete sets of working drawings, fulfilling requirements and deliverables for schematic design, design development, and construction document phases.
• Prepare complex plans, elevations, sections, and details that meet professional quality standards and applicable codes.
• Conduct independent building code analysis and ensure that all project documents comply with relevant codes and regulations.
• Review submittals and shop drawings during the construction phase to verify compliance with design intent and project requirements.
• Interact regularly with outside consultants and agencies to facilitate approvals, coordination, and successful project delivery.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team on larger projects while also running your own projects independently and managing direct client relationships.
• Manage multiple projects in multiple phases simultaneously, typically handling two to three jobs each week.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making, explain reasoning for decisions, involve appropriate stakeholders, and make timely, well-informed choices.
• Mentor less experienced team members when appropriate and take initiative to support a bottom-heavy team structure.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Technical drawings

Project coordination

Building code analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Architect to lead the development of detailed technical drawings across all project phases, applying deep architectural knowledge to resolve design and construction issues. You will enforce CAD/Revit standards, support schedules, and collaborate with internal and external teams to deliver high-quality documents.

The role emphasizes independence and teamwork on diverse project types, with two to three projects per week and strong client relationship management in a