Project Architect

Shape Projects. Drive Design. Build Your Future. Are you a Project Architect who wants more ownership, greater project variety, and the opportunity to see your designs come to life? We're seeking a motivated architectural professional to join a collaborative team delivering impactful commercial, industrial, and renovation projects throughout the Charlotte market. This is an opportunity to work closely with clients, influence project outcomes, and contribute to projects from concept through construction. Whether you're an experienced Project Architect or an Architectural Designer ready for the next step, you'll find room to grow, take on increased responsibility, and make a meaningful impact. Why You'll Love This Role ✅ Diverse portfolio of commercial, industrial, and renovation projects ✅ Involvement in every phase of design and project delivery ✅ Direct collaboration with clients, consultants, and leadership ✅ Clear path for professional growth and increased project ownership ✅ Supportive, team-oriented culture where your ideas are valued ✅ Opportunity to make a visible impact on projects throughout the Charlotte region ✅ Work alongside experienced architects and designers committed to excellence What You'll Do Lead the development and coordination of architectural drawings through Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents.Collaborate with Project Managers to successfully deliver projects on schedule and within budget.Develop creative, functional, and practical design solutions for commercial and industrial facilities.Coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal team members.Apply building codes, regulations, and industry best practices to project designs.Produce and manage project documentation using Revit and AutoCAD.Support both renovation and new construction projects from concept through completion.Contribute to a collaborative design environment focused on quality, innovation, and client satisfaction. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field.Strong proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.Experience working on commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, or renovation projects.Knowledge of building codes and construction documentation standards.Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to producing high-quality work.Self-motivated professional who enjoys problem-solving and taking initiative. Bonus Qualifications Architectural licensure or progress toward licensure.Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.Familiarity with construction administration and field observation activities. Who Thrives Here? This Opportunity Is Ideal For Project Architects looking for greater autonomy and project leadership opportunities.Architectural Designers ready to advance into a Project Architect role.Design professionals who enjoy balancing creativity with technical execution.Individuals who thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoy building strong client relationships. Work Environment Based in Uptown Charlotte, this position offers the chance to work in a collaborative office environment alongside talented architects and designers. You'll have direct exposure to leadership, opportunities for mentorship and professional development, and involvement in projects that create a lasting impact on the communities and businesses they serve. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're looking for a role where you can expand your skills, take ownership of meaningful projects, and grow your architectural career alongside a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of commercial and industrial design in Charlotte. 🚀🏗️ Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Charlotte, NC. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $100000.00/yr. 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. This is an onsite role in uptown Charlotte, where you’ll work in a collaborative, studio-style environment using industry-leading tools like AutoCAD and Revit. The pace is fast, the work is high-impact, and deadlines matter—but so does teamwork, growth, and producing work you can be proud of. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 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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