Project Architect

Project Architect / Job Captain

This position will provide an opportunity to collaborate with integrated design teams on healthcare, civic and/or education-related projects of various sizes and complexities.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work on a variety of project types, including tenant improvements, new construction, and renovations of existing buildings.
• Drawing production work through all project phases.
• Coordinate drawings with specifications prepared by other team members.
• Consultant coordination, including M/E/P, structural, furniture and AV.
• Provide technical oversight for project team and make independent decisions for projects and project teams.
• Coordinate project documentation with clients, consultants, contractors, and project team.
• Review and implement building codes, ensure code compliance and constructability.
• Coordinate with QA/QC team and implement recommendations.
• Participate in all aspects of construction administration duties including site visits, shop drawing reviews, RFI's, change orders, review pay applications, etc.
• Receive project direction from the Project Manager and Designer, may lead some projects.

Client Interface:

• The project team works together on developing a positive relationship of trust with our clients and fostering a commitment to external and internal client service. Your role includes the following:
• May regularly communicate with clients to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews and delivery of final presentation.
• May work with Project Manager, Designer and client to confirm objectives and formulate options.
• May prepare and conduct design and technical presentations for team and/or clients.
• May participate in marketing efforts.

Skills, Experience and Competencies:

• You have a minimum of 7+ years of experience in the industry, with experience leading project documentation and coordination. Licensure preferred but not necessary.
• While you may work on a variety of project types, our need is for a Project Architect or Job Captain with experience in healthcare, civic and education projects.
• You have experience in all phases of architectural design (SD-CA) and the ability to coordinate all aspects of assigned projects.
• You provide attention to detail, good organizational skills, excellent follow-through skills, can juggle multiple tasks and multiple priorities as well as consistently meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in the use of Revit, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Duluth, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/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 fully onsite position in Duluth,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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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.