Intermediate Architect

Intermediate Project Architect

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)

Schedule: 4 Days In Office | Fridays Remote

Experience Level: Intermediate (4-10 Years)

Industry: Architecture & Commercial Interiors

About the Opportunity

A highly regarded architecture and interior design firm is seeking an Intermediate Project Architect to support the design and delivery of high-end commercial interior projects throughout New York City. This role offers the opportunity to contribute across all phases of project development, from concept and design development through construction administration and project closeout.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong architect with advanced Revit skills, a passion for commercial interiors, and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, consultants, and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate comprehensive construction document packages

• Support design development efforts across multiple projects

• Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, and clients throughout all project phases

• Conduct site surveys and existing conditions documentation

• Perform code reviews and ensure compliance with applicable regulations

• Participate in construction administration activities, including:

• RFIs

• Submittal reviews

• Site visits

• Coordination meetings

• Maintain project quality control and technical accuracy

• Communicate project status, milestones, and deliverables with internal and external stakeholders

• Contribute to project delivery from concept through construction completion

Required Qualifications

• 4-10 years of professional architectural experience
• Advanced proficiency in Revit
• Strong experience producing complete construction document sets
• Experience coordinating consultants and multidisciplinary project teams
• Background working on commercial interior projects
• Strong understanding of technical detailing and project documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor"s or Master"s Degree in Architecture or a related field
• Experience in workplace, retail, hospitality, or media environments
• Licensed Architect or actively pursuing licensure
• Experience with client-facing interactions and presentations
• Construction administration experience

Desired Skills

• Revit
• Construction Documents
• Commercial Interiors
• Design Development
• Consultant Coordination
• Project Coordination
• Construction Administration
• Site Surveys
• Code Review

What You"ll Bring

• Strong technical and documentation skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Confidence interacting with clients, consultants, and contractors
• Strong organizational and time management abilities

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on high-profile workplace, retail, hospitality, and media interior projects
• Gain exposure to all phases of project delivery
• Collaborative studio environment with direct access to leadership
• Opportunity to take ownership of projects and contribute beyond your day-to-day responsibilities
• Stable and growing firm with a strong reputation in the New York market
• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility and work-life balance

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule: 4 days in office, Fridays remote
• Occasional Friday attendance may be required for site visits or client meetings
• Open studio environment
• Casual dress code
• Highly collaborative team culture
• Fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 hybrid position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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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