Job Title: Project Architect

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Architect who will be responsible for planning, designing, and facilitating the execution of new building designs, expansions, or renovations according to clients’ needs, desires, and financial resources. This role involves collaborating closely with clients to understand their requirements, preferences, and priorities while integrating engineering, electrical, and HVAC considerations into detailed plans.

Responsibilities

• Identify clients’ requirements, approximate budget, timetable, and potential future needs through consultation.
• Determine clients’ preferences regarding materials, styles, colors, and other variables.
• Assist clients in defining their priorities and vision by preparing preliminary sketches of options.
• Prepare and present designs, specifications, estimated costs, and proposed construction schedules.
• Create detailed plans integrating engineering, electrical, and HVAC considerations; present plans to clients for review and approval.
• Modify new or existing plans as required.
• Prepare scale drawings and contract requirements, and submit them for bids.
• Collaborate with clients to select and award construction contracts.
• Work closely with the head builder and clients to facilitate the building process according to clients’ specifications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Extremely proficient with computer-aided design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD and Revit.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and consultation skills.
• Ability to translate client ideas into visual and/or tangible references such as drawings or models.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Ten years of relevant experience required.
• Proficiency in SketchUp, schematic design, architectural design, and construction administration.

Work Environment

The position offers a hybrid work environment with one day a week remote, starting off as full-time on-site and potentially transitioning to a hybrid schedule. The role supports the entire design process, including the proposal phase, schematic design, construction documents, and construction administration. The candidate will serve as the Architectural Lead on projects and may take on the role of Project Manager if they have the interest and experience in managing projects.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Competitive wages including bonuses

Subsidized medical & dental premiums

No cost Life Insurance

No cost Disability Insurance

Personal Time Off

401k Employer Matching

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbia,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 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 : $110,000 - $130,000