Project Architect

About the role

The Project Architect plays a key role in shaping project design, coordinating technical execution, and leading project teams from concept through completion. This position supports the Principal-In-Charge by translating design objectives into actionable plans, managing staff and resources, and ensuring that all project work aligns with quality, schedule, and compliance requirements. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a wide variety of project types across multiple sectors while growing within a dynamic, design-focused practice.

Responsibilities

• Aid the Principal-In-Charge in formulating and refining project design objectives and overall design direction.
• Plan, organize, and schedule project activities to achieve design, technical, budget, and timeline objectives.
• Develop and implement operating policies, procedures, and systems that support efficient project operations.
• Document project policies clearly and ensure they are communicated effectively to all project personnel.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement procedures for data acquisition, management, and quality control to maintain high standards of project documentation.
• Lead and manage staff assigned to the project, including delegating tasks, providing guidance, and overseeing day-to-day activities.
• Cook up project specifications and material selections to align with design intent, budget, and performance requirements.
• Motivate project staff and monitor the progress of their work to ensure deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Provide building code compliance review for project designs and documentation, ensuring adherence to applicable codes and regulations.
• Respond promptly and professionally to external requests for information from clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Plan and participate in meetings and discussion groups to promote clear and consistent communication across the project team.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently when required, balancing priorities and resources effectively.
• Work on a diverse range of project types, adapting design and technical approaches to different sectors and building typologies.
• Serve as a key resource for project information, addressing and resolving problems or questions from internal team members and external partners.
• Establish and maintain an active network of professional contacts to support project needs and professional growth.
• Remain informed about current research, trends, and best practices in architecture and related fields, and apply this knowledge to project work.
• Actively participate in professionally sponsored meetings, seminars, and symposia as a representative of the project and the organization.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit for architectural design, documentation, and coordination.
• Strong architectural design skills with the ability to translate design concepts into buildable solutions.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Professional Architect Licensure with at least 3 years of experience after obtaining the license.
• Completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an NCARB-accredited educational institution.
• Commercial architecture experience, including familiarity with the unique requirements of commercial projects.
• Ability to perform building code compliance reviews and integrate code requirements into design and documentation.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with internal teams, clients, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate project staff in a collaborative environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working across multiple sectors such as construction industry, private sector, public sector, and government projects.
• Interest in or experience with interior design projects, with the ability to collaborate closely with interior design teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• Strong networking skills and interest in building and maintaining professional relationships.
• Willingness to actively participate in professional meetings, seminars, and symposia.
• Desire to grow into an employee-owner role and contribute to the long-term success of the practice.
• Motivation to stay current with emerging research, technologies, and best practices in architecture and design.

Work Environment

The Project Architect will work in an office-based environment as part of a collaborative architectural team that includes four other Project Architects. The practice serves a broad mix of project types across the construction industry, private sector, public sector, and government work, providing exposure to a wide variety of design challenges. The architecture group has recently rebranded to highlight its position as a top-producing part of the organization, and the firm has expanded its offerings to include interior design, creating opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration. Team members benefit from a culture that supports professional growth, participation in industry events, and the potential to grow into an employee-owner role. A strong bonus program rewards high performance and contribution to the firm’s success.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lexington, KY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $46.00 - $67.00/hr.

Requirements

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 Lexington, KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 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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