Job Title: Architectural Designer

Job Description

Individuals in this position work under the direction and supervision of other project team members, from concept design to construction administration, emphasizing their fundamental knowledge of the design and construction process, detailing and documentation standards, building materials, technologies, and systems. Individuals in this position are working to produce accurate and high-quality design and construction documentation for different clients and typologies and further their experience in architecture. Through professional development initiatives, individuals holding this position will participate in design development, begin to establish technical expertise, collaborate with staff and consultants, solve problems, engage in quality control, and focus on continuing to develop subject matter expertise. Individuals in this position assist the project team throughout all design stages. Individuals in this position rely heavily on guidance and assistance from senior-level staff to accomplish their duties as they grow their knowledge base and establish subject matter expertise.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and supervision of other project team members.
• Produce accurate and high-quality design and construction documentation.
• Participate in design development and establish technical expertise.
• Collaborate with staff and consultants to solve problems and engage in quality control.
• Assist the project team throughout all design stages.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe software.
• Experience with construction documentation, schematic design, and design development for civic, municipality, and commercial projects.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Exposure to building codes, general architectural systems and assemblies.
• Exposure to mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, data/IT/AV design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
• Strong abilities with Photoshop, InDesign, and SketchUp.
• Exposure to sustainable design.
• Understanding of the concepts of design, including proportion, scale, texture, context, materiality, and maintaining quality design.
• Exposure to consultant engineering concepts.

Work Environment

Hybrid working environment. Depending on which Principal/Project Manager you are supporting, you may be required to be in the office if it is supporting a particular government client/entity. Flexibility is offered, but there are scenarios where presence in the office is necessary. To start, you will be required in the office every day for at least the first month to work with your supervisor. The office is located right off I-95 in White Marsh and offers free parking. It is a brand-new office space with a hybrid schedule.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $33.65/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 Nottingham,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $26 - $34